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