Joseph Benavidez def. Rani Yahya (TKO)
Joseph Benavidez defeated Rani Yahya by TKO in round 1 (1:35) in the Bantamweight bout of WEC 45: Cerrone vs. Ratcliff, held Friday, December 18, 2009 at Pearl at the Palms, Las Vegas.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Joseph Benavidez vs Rani Yahya?
Joseph Benavidez defeated Rani Yahya by TKO in round 1 (1:35) in the Bantamweight bout of WEC 45: Cerrone vs. Ratcliff, held Friday, December 18, 2009 at Pearl at the Palms, Las Vegas.
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Style shape
Biggest edge Joseph Benavidez, Punch power +46
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- 2007Champion · ADCC · -66 kg
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