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Eight-Second KO Stuns UFC Baku!
27 Jun
Summary
- Abdul-Rakhman Yakhyaev secured an eight-second knockout win.
- The knockout was the seventh fastest in UFC light heavyweight history.
- Yakhyaev's powerful punch ended the fight quickly.
On June 27, 2026, Abdul-Rakhman Yakhyaev showcased his potential as a future UFC champion with a spectacular performance at UFC Baku. The undefeated prospect achieved an eight-second knockout against Julius Walker, delivering a powerful punch that sent his opponent to the canvas. This lightning-fast finish secured the seventh-fastest knockout in the history of the UFC's light heavyweight division.
Walker had hoped to survive an early onslaught from the heavily favored Yakhyaev and potentially cause one of the year's biggest upsets. However, his strategy was cut short within moments of the fight's commencement. Yakhyaev's decisive offensive pressure proved too much, leading to the swift stoppage of the bout after Yakhyaev followed up with ground-and-pound. The rapid conclusion has fans eager to see how far Yakhyaev will ascend the 205-pound rankings.
