Andre Soukhamthath Knee Strike Short Circuits Kin Moy in CES MMA 37 Main Event

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The CES MMA bantamweight championship still belongs to Andre Soukhamthath. Soukhamthath wiped out Kin Moy with a second-round knee strike and follow-up hammerfists to retain the 135-pound title in the CES MMA 37 “Summer Gold” headliner on Friday at the Twin Rivers Casino in Lincoln, Rhode Island. Moy (8-3) met his end 2:32 into round two, as he was unable to recapture the magic that led him to a January 2014 victory over “The Asian Sensation.” It remained competitive until the champion connected with decisive shot. Moy attacked the body, struck well in combination and integrated his punches and kicks throughout a closely contested first round. In the second, however, Soukhamthath (11-3) found the opening he needed. He snatched a double collar tie as Moy moved toward him and delivered a knee up the middle that folded the challenger where he stood. Soukhamthath then pounced with hammerfists to seal the deal. In the co-main event, Bellator MMA veteran Matt Bessette submitted Joe Pingitore with a second-round heel hook to claim the vacant CES MMA featherweight crown. Pingitore (6-3-1) conceded defeat 4:38 into round two, his two-fight winning streak at an end. Bessette (20-7) was met with serious resistance. Pingitore …

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