UFC on ESPN 71 – Elves Brener vs Esteban Ribovics – Full Fight Replay Available Today

The lightweight contest between Elves Brener and Esteban Ribovics at UFC on ESPN 71 on August 2, 2025, delivered the kind of action many fans had anticipated. Ribovics came in as the favorite with his pressure-heavy striking style, while Brener was motivated to break a two-fight skid and bring back the aggressive Chute Boxe spirit.

Ribovics opened the first round with fast calf kicks and combinations that immediately put Brener on the defensive. A quick takedown allowed the Argentine to control position briefly, but Brener escaped and answered with looping hooks and hard punches to the body. The exchanges stayed busy as Ribovics consistently pushed forward, looking to overwhelm with volume.

The second round saw the pace increase even further. Ribovics used speed and variety in his strikes, mixing knees with sharp punches, while Brener stood his ground, firing back with heavy counters. Each time it looked as though Brener might slow down, he surged forward, turning every moment into a brawl.

By the final round, the relentless tempo had taken a toll. Ribovics’ accuracy began to show as he connected with clean jabs and combinations that backed Brener up. Despite the fatigue and the punishment, Brener kept throwing, refusing to concede an inch in the closing exchanges as the crowd urged them on to the final horn.

After three rounds of non-stop action, all three judges awarded the fight to Esteban Ribovics by unanimous decision, with scores of 29–28 and 30–27 twice. It was a showcase of Ribovics’ pressure and technical edge, while Brener’s resilience and toughness once again made him a fan favorite in defeat.