UFC 289: Aiemann Zahabi quickly blasts through Aoriqileng (Video)
Aiemann Zahabi needed just over a minute to score a huge knockout in his home country at UFC 289
In the UFC's return to Canada, Aiemann Zahabi delivered a highlight for the UFC fans in his home country, putting a quick finish of Aoriqileng during the preliminary card of UFC 289.
Zahabi came out a bit aggressive from the start, throwing his shots to get an early finish.
He delivered, landing a one-two that saw his left hand stun and drop Aoriqileng.
Zahabi put up his arm in celebration, but the referee did not call the fight. Zahabi landed follow-up shots until the referee finally called the fight.
ZAHABI'S HUGE LEFT LED TO THE FIRST ROUND KO 👊 #UFC289 pic.twitter.com/H2ujHW6B15
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) June 11, 2023
Zahabi has now three straight. His current streak also saw him knock out Drako Rodriguez in February 2021 and earn a decision over Ricky Turcios in July 2022.
UFC 289: Amanda Nunes vs. Irene Aldana takes place on Saturday, June 10, 2023, live from Rogers Arena in Vancouver, Canada. Follow along with FanSided MMA for all your news and highlights.
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