10 best UFC knockouts of all-time

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has become known for its jaw-dropping knockouts and unforgettable moments.

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By Mohit | May 19, 2023 | 3 Min Read follow icon Follow Us

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has become known for its jaw-dropping knockouts and unforgettable moments. Over the years, there have been numerous fights that have resulted in incredible knockouts that have left fans on the edge of their seats. Here are the 10 Best UFC knockouts of all time:

Best UFC knockouts of all-time

These are just some of the most epic knockouts in UFC history. As the sport continues to evolve, we can expect to see many more unforgettable moments and breathtaking KOs that test the limits of human endurance and skill.

10. Matt Hughes vs. Carlos Newton (UFC 34, 2001)

This knockout was one of the most controversial in UFC history, with many fans and analysts arguing that it shouldn’t have resulted in a victory for Hughes. In the fight’s final seconds, Hughes lifted Newton and slammed him to the mat, resulting in a knockout that left Newton dazed and confused, and Hughes with the welterweight championship title.

9. Gabriel Gonzaga vs. Mirko Cro Cop (UFC 70, 2007)

This fight was one of the most anticipated of all time, with Gonzaga and Cro Cop both known for their incredible striking abilities. In the end, Gonzaga emerged victorious with a brutal head kick that resulted in one of the most memorable knockouts in UFC history.

8. Ronda Rousey vs. Bethe Correia (UFC 190, 2015)

Rousey was already a UFC superstar when she faced off against the unbeaten Correia, but she cemented her reputation as one of the greatest fighters in history with this swift knockout. Rousey landed a brutal right hand that sent Correia crashing to the mat just 34 seconds into the first round.

7. Lyoto Machida vs. Randy Couture (UFC 129, 2011)

At 47 years old, Couture was still a formidable fighter, but he was no match for Machida in this bout. Machida landed a perfectly timed front kick that caught Couture square in the face, resulting in one of the most memorable knockouts in UFC history.

6. Edson Barboza vs. Terry Etim (UFC 142, 2012)

This knockout is rightly considered to be one of the most spectacular in UFC history. Barboza landed a spinning wheel kick on the unsuspecting Etim, resulting in one of the most impressive knockouts ever.

5. Dan Henderson vs. Michael Bisping (UFC 100, 2009)

This brutal knockout is hailed as one of the most iconic in UFC history. In a fight that saw Henderson and Bisping exchange heavy blows, Henderson came out on top with a stunning right hand that landed perfectly on Bisping’s jaw, knocking him out cold and earning Henderson the middleweight championship title.

4. Conor McGregor vs. Jose Aldo (UFC 194, 2015)

This fight had been hyped for months, with Aldo putting his championship title on the line against the charismatic and fearless McGregor. In just 13 seconds, McGregor landed a devastating left-hand knockout that sent Aldo to the canvas and made him the new UFC featherweight champion.

3. Rashad Evans vs. Chuck Liddell (UFC 88, 2008)

Rashad Evans shocked the MMA world with this brutal knockout of the legendary Chuck Liddell. Evans caught Liddell with a perfectly placed right hook that sent him crashing to the mat in one of the most impressive displays of striking power ever witnessed.

2. Jorge Masvidal vs. Ben Askren (UFC 239, 2019)

This knockout was one of the most talked-about moments in UFC history, with Masvidal earning the fastest knockout in UFC history just five seconds into the fight. Masvidal flew across the cage with a flying knee to Askren’s face, immediately knocking him out cold.

1. Anderson Silva vs. Vitor Belfort (UFC 126, 2011)

This legendary knockout is widely considered to be one of the most epic in UFC history. In a fight that saw two true martial arts masters square off, Silva ultimately emerged victorious with a stunning front kick that landed flush on the face of Belfort, dropping him to the canvas in seconds.

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