UFC 239 Video: Jorge Masvidal knocks out Ben Askren in 5 seconds, sets record for fastest KO in UFC history
Jorge Masvidal just recorded the fastest knockout in UFC history.
In their welterweight matchup on the UFC 239 main card, Masvidal instantly rushed forward and attempted a flying knee. The technique connected with full force as Ben Askren ducked his head into a takedown attempt. With the impact, Askren was instantly unconscious and fell to the mat hard.
Watch the full fight video here:
Jorge Masvidal with fastest KO in UFC history. #UFC239 pic.twitter.com/fruEXWj6Q5
— Seán Sheehan (@SeanSheehanBA) July 7, 2019
OH MY GOD MASVIDAL STARCHES ASKREN IN 5 SECONDS!!!#UFC239 pic.twitter.com/8oWeqSIBhW
— UFC (@ufc) July 7, 2019
Jorge Masvidal vs. Ben Askren pic.twitter.com/UtfRQd34e0
— Kyle Johnson (@VonPreux) July 7, 2019
UFC Fighters React to Masvidal KO
Hey @Benaskren…. told you dumbass. Listen to me next time. #ufc239
— Colby Covington (@ColbyCovMMA) July 7, 2019
Fastest KO in @ufc history! Amazing job by @GamebredFighter , like I said before, you are a real fighter and as tough as anyone in this game. Winning consistently in the Octagon is much harder than people think,& it’s great to see a proven veteran being rewarded.Congrats! #UFC239
— Demian Maia (@demianmaia) July 7, 2019
Wow! Just wow! I was really hoping to see more. Damn, that was scary, brutal, and a #1 contender worthy of a performance for Mr. 3Piece-N-Soda.#UFC239
— Aljamain Sterling (@funkmasterMMA) July 7, 2019
Literally Jose Aldo vs Cub Swanson in WEC! Just when you think you’ve seen it all! This sport never ceases to amaze me! #UFC239
— Aljamain Sterling (@funkmasterMMA) July 7, 2019
https://twitter.com/ThugnastyMMA/status/1147708074309955584
That was the best Ko of all time @GamebredFighter
— Platinum Mike Perry (@PlatinumPerry) July 7, 2019
