Kazakh fighter Damir Ismagulov, a former UFC competitor, delivered an incredible knockout that might be the best of the year, showcasing his exceptional abilities in mixed martial arts.
Damir Ismagulov’s UFC Career: Ismagulov fought 7 times in the UFC between 2018 and 2023, achieving 5 victories and 2 losses. During this period, the Kazakh fighter defeated notable names like Joel Alvarez, Thiago Moisés, and Guram Kutateladze. Despite expressing gratitude to UFC president Dana White and announcing his retirement at a young age, Ismagulov reconsidered and made a comeback.
A Strong Return in Kazakhstan: Upon his return to Kazakhstan, Ismagulov participated in local tournaments, with his most notable performance being at “Alash Pride 100” held in Aktobe. In the main event, he faced Brazilian fighter Oberdan Tenorio, and the ending was nothing short of extraordinary.
The Devastating Knockout: In the first round, Ismagulov executed a perfectly timed spinning kick that left his opponent with no chance, knocking him out instantly. The knockout was one of the most breathtaking moments, with many hailing it as one of the best finishes in MMA this year.
Former UFC Athlete Delivers a Devastating Knockout and Stuns the Crowd
مقاتل سابق في UFC يقدم ضربة قاضية ساحقة ويذهل الجمهور
Un Ancien Athlète de l'UFC Réalise un KO Dévastateur et Éblouit le Public pic.twitter.com/4KDjcY10E6
— mmamag.ma (@jamalsoussi10) September 22, 2024
Improving His Record: With this incredible win, Ismagulov improved his mixed martial arts record to 26-3. Notably, two of his losses came in the UFC, against Grant Dawson and Arman Tsarukyan, the current lightweight contender who is close to challenging Islam Makhachev for the title.
Damir Ismagulov has once again proven that he has much to offer in the fighting world and that despite his departure from the UFC, he remains one of the most impressive fighters on the international stage.
