DWCS – S9W7 – Jeisla Chaves vs Sofia Montenegro – Full Fight Replay Available Today

Jeisla Chaves and Sofia Montenegro squared off on September 23, 2025, in one of the night’s most anticipated bouts at Dana White’s Contender Series Week 7. Montenegro had stepped in on short notice, adding intrigue to the matchup and raising the stakes for both women. The tension in the UFC Apex was palpable as the fighters touched gloves, each aware that a UFC contract was on the line.

Right from the opening bell, Montenegro set a blistering pace. She moved forward with purpose, landing straight punches and forcing Chaves to circle away from danger. Several crisp shots broke through Chaves’ guard, opening up visible damage early in the first round. Despite the rough start, Chaves stayed calm under fire, answering with counter punches and low kicks that slowly began to slow Montenegro’s advance.

The momentum swung dramatically in the second round. Montenegro landed a clean right hand that dropped Chaves to the canvas, drawing a roar from the crowd. She followed her opponent to the ground and unloaded ground-and-pound, looking to force a stoppage. Chaves, bloodied but determined, weathered the storm, scrambled back to her feet, and refused to let the fight slip away.

Chaves came alive in the final round. She threw in combination, mixing elbows, body shots, and leg kicks to keep Montenegro guessing. The late takedown attempt from Montenegro was stuffed, and Chaves continued to outwork her opponent until the final horn. The third-round surge left the judges with a tough call in a fight that had seen both women take momentum at different points.

When the scorecards were read, Chaves earned a hard-fought split decision victory with scores of 28–29, 29–28, 29–28. The performance was enough to impress Dana White, who awarded UFC contracts to both fighters for their grit and entertainment value. The bout showcased not only Chaves’ resilience but Montenegro’s willingness to step in on short notice and deliver a war worthy of the big stage.