UFC 292 Main Event Fireworks: Sean O'Malley Claims Bantamweight Throne with Thrilling Finish Over Aljamain Sterling!

With that, we come to the end of the live coverage of UFC 292 on Sportskeeda MMA. As the final chapter of UFC 292 comes to a close, a tapestry of unforgettable moments paints the canvas. In an electrifying showdown at UFC 292, Sean O'Malley captured the UFC bantamweight championship with a spectacular knockout victory over Aljamain Sterling. Meanwhile, in the co-main event, Zhang Weili puts on a dominant display en route to a unanimous decision victory over Amanda Lemos.

UFC 292: Sterling vs. O'Malley

Entering the second round, Sterling initiates a takedown attempt, yet O'Malley adeptly thwarts his efforts. Seizing an opening, Sterling advances for another takedown, only to be met by O'Malley's precision straight right. A relentless onslaught ensues from O'Malley, prompting the referee to intervene. With the crowd's roar, Sean O'Malley ascends as the triumphant new UFC bantamweight champion.

UFC 292: Sterling vs. O'Malley First round underway

So far, O'Malley has drawn some big reactions out of Sterling, something that he can capitalize on in the subsequent rounds. An evenly contested opening round so far. Sterling tried to execute a takedown in the final sequence of the round but O'Malley defended well.

UFC 292: Sterling vs. O'Malley first round underway

Sterling and O'Malley meet in the center of the octagon with their usual wide stances. Sterling comes out as the aggressor, opening with straight leg kicks to the body and low leg kicks. O'Malley opens up with leg kicks of his own and patiently waits to get a proper read on the champion's strategy. 'Funkmaster' wants to setup his takedown with traps but O'Malley has done a good job so far establishing octagon control

UFC 292: Sterling vs. O'Malley Odds

Sterling's the favorite at (-250) while O'Malley is the underdog (+205)

UFC 292: Sterling vs. O'Malley

Sean O'Malley and Aljamain Sterling are making the octagon walks for the highly anticipated main event clash

UFC 292: Main event up next

Anticipation builds as bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling faces off against Sean O'Malley in the UFC 292 main event. While O'Malley holds impressive attributes including reach and knockout power, Sterling's stellar record and grappling prowess indicate a clear advantage. Stay tuned for live results and play-by-play updates only on Sportskeeda MMA

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos official result

Zhang Weili defeats Amanda Lemos via unanimous decision (50-43, 50-44, 49-45)

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos fifth round live results

Lemos' toughness of full display with the referee keeping a close eye. Weili sets the record for the most striking differential in a women's fight. Sheer dominance by the champion! Official results up next.

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos fifth round live results

A climactic turning point unfolds in the fifth round, as Weili delivers a resounding thunderclap of a right hand within the opening minute. She seizes the moment, launching an unrelenting onslaught of punches, her senses attuned to the scent of vulnerability. The champion's dominance takes center stage as she secures control of Lemos' back, armed with over three minutes to seal the fight.

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos fourth round underway

Lemos letting her hands go a little bit in the fourth round. She's being conservative in her approach and Weili appears somewhat fatigued through all the grappling exchanges. Weili executes a perfectly timed takedown but Lemos manages to bet back on her feet after attempting a submission from the bottom on the champion. Both fighters have seemingly lost the sting in their punches, perhaps due to all the grappling exchanges. Fifth and final round up next!

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos third round underway

It has been a brilliant grappling-heavy approach for the champion thus far. Championship rounds up next

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos third round underway

Zhang Weili asserts absolute control in the ongoing battle, leaving no room for doubt. Lemos' Corner strategizes to maintain precision during stand-up exchanges, seeking opportunities to gain an upper hand. The contest remains a clear display of one-sided dominance, defining the current narrative of the UFC 292 clash.

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos second round underway

Lemos is finding success with her hands in the opening frame of the second round. During one such sequence, Weili ducked under Lemos' punch and took her opponent down. Weili is displaying brilliant ground control and uses her brute strength to establish dominance over her opponent. Weili takes Lemos' back and works her way for submission. Weili is a step or two ahead of the challenger in the grappling exchanges

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos first round underway

Lemos sneaks in a D'Arce choke with a brief opening but Weili manages to defend it masterfully. Weili takes Lemos' back and unleashes a strong onslaught from the top position. What a scramble! Just a brilliant display of MMA mastery

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos first round underway

Zhang Weili opens up with a cracking leg kick to the back leg of Lemos and immediately gets on top of her opponent. Lemos does a good job of defending but the champion beautifully gets to side control. Weili maintains her composure and slowly establishes a dominant position. She goes back to half-guard for better control and unleashes a barrage of punches and elbows. Weili is pouring it on Lemos

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos first round underway

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos next

Amanda Lemos holds the record for most knockdowns (5) in the women's strawweight division, while Zhang Weili has been awarded the 'Performance of the Night' bonus thrice

UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos next

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UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos next

Zhang Weili, with an impressive record of 23 victories in 25 fights, faces a formidable challenge in Amanda Lemos at UFC 292. Lemos' power presents a threat, but Weili's superior versatility and grappling skills give her the edge.

UFC 292: Neil Magny vs. Ian Garry official results

Ian Garry defeats Neil Magny via unanimous decision (30-26, 30-26, 30-24)

UFC 292: Neil Magny vs. Ian Garry third round underway

Magny's toughness is on full display and with under a minute left, Garry goes high and drops Magny with his striking onslaught. What a dominant display by Garry!

UFC 292: Neil Magny vs. Ian Garry third round underway

Magny is now relying on his toughness to get through the fight. Garry can smell blood and he's swarming with his offensive onslaught. Garry invites Magny back to his feet every time he drops him with the leg kick. Ian Garry needs a finish to punctuate what has already been a one-sided affair.

UFC 292: Neil Magny vs. Ian Garry second round underway

Garry reverses the position and gets out of unscathed. Magny is now in survival mode as Garry is tearing into his lead leg and systematically breaking down his opponent. Magny's barely able to stand on that leg. Another solid round for Ian Garry

UFC 292: Neil Magny vs. Ian Garry second round underway

Magny showing some urgency in the second round but Garry's just a step ahead of him so far. The Irishman is executing a flawless game plan. Magny's leg is severely compromised. Two minutes into the second round, Magny works his way into a clinch and tries to take his opponent down against the fence. Garry doing a great job of defending so far

UFC 292: Neil Magny vs. Ian Garry first round underway

The one-two for Garry is just missing. Magny has his chin up at the exit, something that Garry can capitalize on in the later rounds. Magny's leg is chewed up and Garry is not allowing him anytime to recover. Solid start to the fight for Garry

UFC 292: Neil Magny vs. Ian Garry first round underway

Garry opens with solid lead leg kicks that have already caused some damage to Magny. Garry finding great success with his kicks. So far, Magny has no answer to Garry's onslaught. Magny's getting caught every time he gets in range.

UFC 292: Neil Magny vs. Ian Garry live results and play-by-play updates

Magny's the underdog (+370) while Garry's the favorite (-285)

UFC 292: Neil Magny vs. Ian Garry live results and play-by-play updates

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UFC 292: Neil Magny vs. Ian Garry next

With a track record of exposing rising contenders, Neil Magny faces undefeated Ian Garry (12-0), who aims to ascend the welterweight ranks. The age gap and the heated exchange at the press conference add to the stakes, promising a thrilling showdown and a chance for Garry's breakout victory.

UFC 292: Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Mario Bautista official result

Mario Bautista defeats Da'Mon Blackshear via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

UFC 292: Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Mario Bautista third round underway

Bautista is establishing good control time but Blackshear doing a good job defending his opponent's submission attempts. Good round for Bautista so far. Official results up next!

UFC 292: Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Mario Bautista third round underway

Blackshear opens with low-leg kicks to start the round. Realizing that he may be behind on the scorecards, Bautista pressures his opponent. Bautista has tried to take his opponent six times already with no success. Bautista is looking good in the striking department. However, persistence pays and Bautista finally manages to take his opponent down midway into the round. Bautista immediately takes his opponent's back with ample time to work the finish

UFC 292: Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Mario Bautista second round underway

Bautista is doing a fantastic job pressing his opponent now realizing that Blackshear may be tired. Bautista sneaks in a solid body shot in the final frame of the second round. It all comes down to the third and final round now

UFC 292: Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Mario Bautista second round underway

Bautista looks like the more active fighter in the second round. He opens up with swinging shots and is now working a takedown of his own. Blackshear demonstrates excellent defense. Blackshear looks slightly fatigued but he's now firing with good kicks to the body and leg. Bautista has attempted to take down his opponent thrice already in this round with no success.

UFC 292: Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Mario Bautista first round underway

Blackshear is relentless in his pursuit of a takedown. With just over a minute left, he takes Bautista down, but excellent defense work by Bautista. He sinks in a guillotine choke with under a minute left by Blackshear manages to escape the hold. Good start to the fight

UFC 292: Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Mario Bautista first round underway

Bautista circling around his opponent early while Blackshear is loading up on his right hand. Blackshear clinches early on and works his way into a takedown against the cage. He tries to get in some offensive work in the mount but they get back to their feet. Good work by Bautista

UFC 292: Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Mario Bautista live results

Up next, in another clash in the bantamweight division, we have Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Mario Bautista locking horns in a clash that has all the makings of an exciting encounter. Bautista is the favorite (-180) while Blackshear is the underdog (+220)

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz official result

Marlon Vera defeats Pedro Munhoz by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-29, 29-28)

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz official results up next

What a start to the main card of UFC 292. Stay tuned for the official results only on Sportskeeda MMA

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz live results: Third-round underway

Midway into the fight, Vera hurts Munhoz with a good shot to the body, but the Brazilian maintains his composure. Munhoz's face is busted up with Vera's stinging jab. Vera now attempts to sneak in the straight right behind the jab

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz live results: Third-round underway

Vera thrives when his opponent backtracks and he's the aggressor. So far, Munhoz has done a good job of avoiding that. Vera's jab has been his strongest weapon. 'Chito' stuns Munhoz with a stinging right hand. This has been Vera's best round in the fight

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz live results: Second-round underway

These fighters are standing square and boxing with some occasional kicks in the mix. High-paced action so far. It all comes down to the third and final round now!

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz live results: Second-round underway

Munhoz is doing a great job keeping Vera in distance with his kicks. 'Chito' is standing square and waiting for an opening to capitalize. Vera is letting his hands go better in this round and pressuring his opponent better. Munhoz is doing a tremendous job blocking most of Vera's attacks and he returns fire with his kicks. What's working out so well for Munhoz is he's been effectively switching stances according to Vera's advances

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz live results: First-round underway

Midway into the first round, Munhoz attempts a takedown, stuffed brilliantly by Vera. This has been a leg-kick-heavy approach by both fighters so far but Munhoz looks like the more active fighter. With a minute left in the round, Munhoz opens up with overhand rights and hooks. Vera is having good success with his jab, something his corner may point out between rounds.

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz live results: First-round underway

Both fighters meet in the center of the octagon. They both open with strong low-leg kicks. Munhoz with pressure and his famed volume. Meanwhile, Vera is comfortable just waiting for the opportune moment to land a decisive blow. Vera opens up with leg kicks now. This has been a high-paced fight two minutes into the first round

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz live results

Marlon Vera is the favorite (-185) while Munhoz is an underdog (+155)

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz live results

Stay tuned for live updates from the bantamweight clash between the No.6 (Vera) ranked and No.10 (Munhoz) ranked bantamweight contenders in the world

UFC 292: Vera vs. Munhoz live results

To kick things off, exciting bantamweight contenders Marlov Vera and Pedro Munhoz will lock horns inside the octagon. Vera is coming off a decision loss to Cory Sandhagen in his last fight while Munhoz bounced back to winning ways following a three-fight winless run.