Tony Ferguson defeated Kevin Lee

Tony Ferguson defeated Kevin Lee by submission and becomes Acting Lightweight Champion

While the entire planet Waiting to know the intentions of Conor McGregor, Tony Ferguson continued to climb the ranks in the UFC, Saturday night, defeating dramatically Kevin Lee by submission in the third round, in the final of UFC 216

After starting the fight better than his opponent, realizing a lead to the first round, Lee gradually left his energies in the octagon, so Ferguson was able to enjoy it late in the third round.

Although an arm key attempt failed to produce the desired results, Ferguson persevered against an extenuated rival, perfectly executing a triangular strangulation that left Lee no choice but to abdicate 4:02.

"I wanted him to come to me, spending all his energy so that I could pass this submission to him. I let the storm pass and paid dividends, "analyzed the new interim champion.

"Conor (McGregor), you better show yourself and defend your belt. I'm waiting for you guy! "He continued.

Ferguson, the No. 2 aspirant, now boasts a 10-victory sequence in a row. For his part, Lee had won five straight fights before suffering this failure