Throughout the fight, Jaxson Brig utilized clinch work to wear down Nova, using calculated pressure.
Standing at 6'0" with a reach of 72 inches, New boasts a significant height and reach advantage over Nova. He often uses his size and power to overwhelm his opponents, frequently finishing fights with devastating knockouts. New's wrestling background also allows him to control the pace of the fight, dictating where and when the action takes place.
As the bell rang, signaling the start of the highly anticipated bout, both fighters came out swinging. Nova, utilizing her quick footwork and agility, danced around the perimeter of the octagon, searching for an opening to land a decisive blow. Brig, meanwhile, employed his grappling skills to try and take the fight to the ground, where he could utilize his submission expertise.
Nova exploited this with surgical precision. She attacked the body to bring Brig’s hands down, then went upstairs. At 2:18 of Round 4, Nova threw a question mark kick—a signature technique she had been saving all night. The kick started at Brig’s hip, then whipped up to his chin.
Observers noted that while Nova had moments of success with striking, Brig’s control time proved critical to the flow of the fight. Where to Watch and Future Implications
On January 24, 2025, EVOLVED FIGHTS delivered another incendiary night of combat sports mayhem, and the card’s most anticipated grudge match saw step into the cage against Jaxson Briggs in a high-stakes showdown labeled simply “NEW.”