Derrick Lewis's spectacular flying-knee TKO and Crotch Chop celebration at UFC 291 leaves fans in awe
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Derrick Lewis left fans amazed with a sensational 33-second knockout victory over Marcos Rogerio de Lima at UFC 291. This outstanding win further solidified his position as the all-time leader in knockouts within the UFC, with an impressive record of 14 finishes. Without wasting any time, “The Black Beast” displayed his explosive power by executing a remarkable flying knee that sent de Lima crashing to the canvas.
The fight commenced as Lewis burst out of the gates, catching de Lima completely off guard with a flying knee. The force of this unexpected strike left the Brazilian fighter reeling, unable to regain his footing. Seizing the opportunity, Lewis pursued de Lima to the ground and began a relentless assault of punches. In mere moments, de Lima found himself defenseless against this onslaught, prompting the referee to intervene and halt the fight in the opening round.
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The victory marked Lewis’s triumphant return to form, putting an end to a three-fight losing streak and reaffirming his dominance in the heavyweight division. This wins held significant meaning for Lewis, as he had been eagerly yearning for a knockout victory over the past two years.
After the fight, Lewis found himself overwhelmed with joy and satisfaction for his outstanding performance. His elation was palpable as he promptly removed his shorts, leaped onto the top of the cage, and gleefully threw his athletic cup and gloves into the crowd. This gesture ensured that the fervent Utah fans would possess cherished mementos to forever remember this exhilarating night.
Reflecting on the knockout, Lewis openly confessed that his coach had diligently trained him in the art of executing a flying knee technique, investing several years into honing this particular skill. Overcoming past doubts and frustrations from previous attempts, Lewis finally summoned the courage to execute this daring move during UFC 291. His audacious decision yielded remarkable results, leading to one of the most awe-inspiring knockouts in his illustrious career.
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In the aftermath of the fight, Lewis openly shared his elation and relief during a post-match interview. He candidly expressed, “For two long years, I’ve yearned to land a solid blow on an opponent. Finally, I achieved that milestone tonight. Nothing compares to this sheer bliss.” Through his heartfelt words, it was unmistakable how his exuberance perfectly mirrored the immense satisfaction he felt from flawlessly executing that powerful flying knee strike.
Interestingly, Lewis also revealed that the bout against de Lima was the last on his current UFC contract, making him a free agent. However, he expressed hope that the UFC would extend another contract offer, indicating his desire to continue competing under the promotion’s banner.
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