UFC Fight Night 254: Four Fighters Earn $50K for Spectacular Finishes

Four fighters, including Priscila Cachoeira and Carli Judice, earned $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses for their incredible finishes at UFC Fight Night 254.

Four Fighters Shine at UFC Fight Night 254

UFC Fight Night 254 delivered an action-packed night with electrifying finishes. Four fighters received $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses after putting on dominant performances at UFC APEX in Las Vegas on March 16, 2025.

The lucky recipients were Andre Lima, Carli Judice, Carlos Vera, and Priscila Cachoeira, all securing decisive victories that left fans in awe. For three of them, this was their first UFC performance bonus.

Andre Lima Remains Undefeated with Submission Win

Andre “Mascote” Lima continued his undefeated streak with a commanding victory over Daniel Barez. The flyweight fighter, now boasting a perfect 11-0 record, secured a rear-naked choke submission in the third round.

Lima dominated the fight with his grappling, controlling the pace before finding the finish late in the bout. Now 4-0 in the UFC, he is quickly emerging as a rising contender in the flyweight division.

“I want a top-15 opponent next. I’m ready for the next step in my career!” – Andre Lima after his victory.

Well deseved bonuses! 👏

Andre Lima, @PedritaUFC, Carli Judice, and Carlos Vera each won $50K after their performances at #UFCVegas104! pic.twitter.com/9nXlM4b7xj

— UFC (@ufc) March 16, 2025

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Carli Judice Delivers Brutal Head Kick KO

Carli Judice stole the spotlight with a vicious first-round head-kick knockout against Yuneisy Duben. Having previously won a Fight of the Night bonus in a losing effort, this was Judice’s first UFC victory – and in spectacular fashion.

The fight lasted only 100 seconds, but it was enough for Judice to showcase her striking skills. The highlight-reel finish snapped her two-fight losing streak and reestablished her as a fighter to watch.

Carlos Vera Shocks Favorite Josias Musa

One of the biggest upsets of the night came when Carlos Vera stunned Josias Musa. Vera, who entered the fight as an underdog, landed a head kick that rocked Musa, before securing a rear-naked choke submission in the first round.

This marked Vera’s first UFC win, and the finish earned him a well-deserved $50,000 bonus. After the fight, he expressed his excitement and desire to prove himself further in the promotion.

“People counted me out, but I knew I could win. This is just the beginning!” – Carlos Vera after his victory.

Priscila Cachoeira Destroys Josiane Nunes with Devastating KO

The most brutal knockout of the night belonged to Priscila Cachoeira, who landed a devastating uppercut that sent Josiane Nunes crashing to the canvas in the first round.

The victory ended Cachoeira’s two-fight skid and reminded fans of her knockout power. After the win, she expressed interest in facing a ranked opponent in her next fight.

Summary and Reactions

UFC Vegas 104 showcased incredible performances and highlight-reel finishes. The four fighters who received bonuses delivered some of the most memorable moments of the night.

Which knockout impressed you the most? Join the discussion in the comments!

Source: MMAnytt.se