Las Vegas witnessed a night of grappling dominance at UFC Vegas 88, with all four Performance of the Night bonuses going to fighters who secured submission victories.

UFC Vegas 88 was a night where the grapplers shone brightly. All four Performance of the Night winners showcased their impressive submission skills, reminding fans of the ever-evolving landscape of MMA. From Amorim's slick armbar to Filho's lightning-quick choke, each finish was a testament to the dedication and precision required to be successful at the highest level.

UFC Vegas 88 Performance Bonuses

Jaqueline Amorim: The Brazilian jiu-jitsu ace put on a grappling clinic against Cory McKenna, eventually cinching in a slick armbar in the second round to earn her a well-deserved bonus.

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Jafel Filho: The flyweight prospect wasted no time in making his presence felt in the Octagon, tapping out Ode Osbourne with a rear-naked choke in the very first round. This impressive debut performance earned him a hefty Performance of the Night bonus.

Macy Chiasson: The bantamweight contender showed off her well-rounded skillset against familiar foe Pannie Kianzad. After dominating the fight on the feet, Chiasson transitioned to the ground and secured a rear-naked choke in the first round, adding another Performance of the Night bonus to her resume.

Marcin Tybura: The heavy-handed Polish heavyweight continued his climb up the rankings with a dominant performance against Tai Tuivasa. Tybura took Tuivasa down early and wasted no time in securing a rear-naked choke, earning a Performance of the Night bonus in the process.

UFC Vegas 88 was a night where the grapplers shone brightly. All four Performance of the Night winners showcased their impressive submission skills, reminding fans of the ever-evolving landscape of MMA. From Amorim's slick armbar to Filho's lightning-quick choke, each finish was a testament to the dedication and precision required to be successful at the highest level.