Brock Lesnar vs. Frank Mir II

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Brock Lesnar vs. Frank Mir II was a pivotal heavyweight bout held at UFC 100. This rematch followed their first encounter at UFC 81, where Mir submitted Lesnar via kneebar. In the rematch, Lesnar demonstrated a more strategic approach, using his wrestling background to control the fight. He successfully neutralized Mir's stand-up and took him down multiple times, utilizing his size and power to deliver impactful ground strikes. Lesnar's victory over Mir solidified his position as UFC Heavyweight Champion, improving his record to 4-1. The fight showcased Lesnar's growth as a fighter, as he avoided the overaggression that led to his first loss to Mir. The bout ended with a technical knockout in the second round, with referee Herb Dean stopping the fight at 1:48. This victory cemented Lesnar's status as a dominant force in the heavyweight division.