Six Years Later: The KO That Stunned MMA

Six years ago, Joaquin Buckley delivered a knockout that resonated throughout mixed martial arts history. This remarkable feat occurred in October 2020 during a UFC Fight Night event in Abu Dhabi. Buckley, seeking to rebound from a prior knockout loss, executed a breathtaking spinning back kick that rendered his opponent unconscious, stunning the MMA community.

Now, Buckley is preparing to headline a UFC event for the third time. He is scheduled to face Canadian fighter Mike Malott in Edmonton. This upcoming bout follows a challenging period for Buckley, who has experienced two consecutive losses.