Ariane Da Silva faced significant challenges during her bout against Wang Cong at UFC 316 after coming in six pounds over the weight limit. Despite her coach attributing her weight miss to medication and a new nutritionist, Da Silva's performance was hindered. Wang effectively targeted Da Silva's legs with continuous kicks, forcing her into a defensive stance and limiting her offensive output. Throughout the fight, Da Silva's toughness was apparent, but she ultimately struggled to control the match as Wang utilized a strong striking strategy that kept her on the defensive.
Wang continued to chop at the legs, forcing Ariane back to the southpaw stance, limiting her offensive opportunities and showcasing her effective striking strategy.
Da Silva landed her right hand in the opening minute of round two, but with Wang's kicking attacks, she was forced into a defensive posture throughout the fight.
Despite her coach revealing that Da Silva missed weight due to medication and nutrition changes, she displayed significant toughness but struggled against Wang's leg attacks.
Da Silva's inability to mount an offense was evident as the fight unfolded, leading to her being dominated by Wang's consistent leg strikes and jabs.
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