LAS VEGAS – It took a while for Maheshate to get into his flow Tuesday at Dana White’s Contender Series 46, but when he did, he was able to display his full striking arsenal. Maheshate (6-1) became the first Chinese fighter to secure a UFC contract on the Contender Series when he defeated Achilles Estremadura in the featured bout at the UFC Apex. In what was a wild affair to cap off the night, Maheshate got into his groove in Rounds 2 and 3 by throwing an array of strikes, from flying knees to elbows. The 21-year-old showed maturity by making the necessary adjustments to win the fight, and there were no signs of being affected by the big stage. Related UFC contract winner Yohan Lainesse after first-round knockout at DWCS 46: 'You've seen nothing' Dana White explains not signing Jonas Bilharinho after 'spectacular' spinning wheel kick at DWCS 46 “Definitely no pressure on me,” Maheshate said during the DWCS 46 post-fight news conference