UFC Fight Night: Overeem vs Sakai is in the books, and the grizzly veteran in Alistair Overeem won the day. ‘The Demolition Man’ closed the show with nasty Ground and Pound action after taking Sakai down at will. Moreover, the kickboxing legend in Overeem has now added a weapon of groundwork to his growing arsenal of techniques.

The fight was competitive until the third round, where Augusto Sakai began to visibly grow tired. Additionally, he was being grounded with single leg back takes heading into the fourth with many scoring the round 10-8 for Overeem. Sakai will have to go back to the drawing board and chalk out his game plan for the future after this loss.

Twitter Reacts to the demolition of Augusto Sakai by Alistair Overeem

Bantamweight title challenger Aljamain Sterling took to Twitter and commented on the sensational ground game displayed by the ‘Reem’. Chiefly, the thunderous hammer fists and elbows reverbrated throughout the arena.

Former Middleweight champion Chris Weidman touched upon the significant experience that Overeem brings into the cage. He has featured 21 times under the bright lights of the UFC octagon. In stark contrast, Augusto Sakai was looking to build himself in the organization, having four wins under his belt.

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In light of his performance, Megan Anderson and Derek Brunson shared similar sentiments as they spoke out.

Additionally, several UFC staples continued to heap praise onto Overeem, who is now inching closer to title contention. Chiefly, the grit and toughness he’s displayed have gone a long way in reminding fans of his prowess in the cage.

Veteran 170-pounder Neil Magny was active throughout the fight and couldn’t help but laud Alistair’s performance. What’s more, Magny himself recently secured a statement victory in the organization that came primarily via Ground and Pound.

Alistair Overeem has now solidified his position in the Top Five of the UFC’s Heavyweight division. What’s more, he’s now faced with some massive power punchers and will certainly have to test his chin. Although he has been rocked and stunned in his recent fight, he’s displayed a significant improvement to his overall durability. Fans will be excited to see whether Overeem can make one last run at gold.