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MMA has delivered some of the most jaw-dropping moments in sports history. Among these, knockouts stand out as the most thrilling and memorable. Here are the top 10 most iconic knockouts that have defined MMA history and continue to inspire fighters and fans alike.
1. Conor McGregor vs. Jose Aldo (2015)
This knockout is famous for its speed and precision. Conor McGregor landed a perfect left hook just 13 seconds into the fight, knocking out Jose Aldo and claiming the featherweight title in one of the fastest title fights in UFC history.
2. Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort (2011)
Anderson Silva delivered a stunning front kick to Vitor Belfort’s face, knocking him out instantly. This move became iconic and is often replayed as one of the most spectacular knockouts ever seen in MMA.
3. Chuck Liddell vs. Wanderlei Silva (2007)
This intense battle ended with Chuck Liddell landing a powerful right hook, knocking Wanderlei Silva out cold. The fight is remembered for its brutal exchanges and Liddell’s legendary striking power.
4. Ronda Rousey vs. Bethe Correia (2015)
Ronda Rousey showcased her armbar skills, but her knockout came when she knocked out Bethe Correia with a punch, highlighting her striking evolution and dominance in the bantamweight division.
5. Francis Ngannou vs. Alistair Overeem (2017)
Ngannou’s devastating uppercut sent Overeem crashing to the canvas in just 2 seconds, making it one of the fastest and most destructive knockouts in heavyweight history.
6. Mirko Cro Cop vs. Gabriel Gonzaga (2007)
In a shocking turn of events, Cro Cop was knocked out by Gonzaga’s head kick, a moment that stunned fans and became a symbol of unpredictability in MMA.
7. Michael Bisping vs. Luke Rockhold (2016)
Michael Bisping knocked out Luke Rockhold with a stunning uppercut in the main event of UFC 199, claiming the middleweight title in one of the biggest upsets in MMA history.
8. Jorge Masvidal vs. Ben Askren (2019)
Masvidal’s flying knee in just 5 seconds became the fastest knockout in UFC history, cementing his reputation as a knockout artist.
9. Matt Brown vs. Erick Silva (2014)
This fight featured relentless action, culminating in Matt Brown landing a brutal finishing punch that left Silva unconscious and fans in awe.
10. Derrick Lewis vs. Curtis Blaydes (2018)
Derrick Lewis knocked out Curtis Blaydes with a powerful punch, showcasing his resilience and earning a place among MMA’s most memorable knockouts.