In a shocking showdown at UFC Vegas 78, Luana Santos defeated Julianna Miller by first-round TKO at 3:41.
From the opening bell, Miller tried to establish aggression, but Santos quickly took control of the match. Santos built momentum with his precision strikes and impactful shots from his feet, ultimately finishing with a memorable finish.
The win was a pivotal moment for Luana Santos as she improved her professional record to 6-1 and made her UFC debut a success. Just 23 years old from Brazil, Santos has shown her potential as a rising star in the flyweight division and has garnered attention as one of her hottest prospects.
On the other side of the Octagon, Julianna Miller faced a career setback. The loss brought her professional record to 3-3 and her UFC record to 1-2. A 27-year-old fighter from the United States, Miller previously won The Ultimate Fighter 30 and was coached by Juliana Pena. Unfortunately for her, the match saw her lose two straight after losing to Veronica Macedo earlier this year.
Held at UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada on August 12, 2023, UFC Vegas 78 provided fans with a thrilling night of action. A qualifying card featuring the showdown between Miller and Santos was broadcast live on ESPN and ESPN+ at 4 p.m. ET, adding to the excitement of the evening.
