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Mike Malott Flatlines Joaquin Buckley With Brutal Knee

The UFC Fight Night card in Edmonton delivered a stunning upset as Canadian welterweight Mike Malott secured a dominant second-round knockout over Joaquin Buckley with a precise knee strike to the chin. The fight, marked by a competitive first round, turned decisive when Malott landed the brutal knee while Buckley attempted a riskier approach, ending the bout with a follow-up punch.

Malott’s victory propels him into the top 10 of the welterweight rankings, while Buckley’s two-fight losing streak continues after his desperate bid for a win fell short in front of a lively crowd at Rogers Centre. The event also featured standout performances from other fighters, including Cristian Pérez’s explosive UFC debut with a first-round KO and Mandel Nallo’s dominant striking display in his sophomore bout.

Meanwhile, Jasmine Jasudavicius earned her career-best win via unanimous decision over top contender Erin Blanchfield, showcasing her superior grappling skills to break into the division’s top five.

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