Discover the impact of Jorge Masvidal’s iconic flying knee knockout against Ben Askren at UFC 239. Learn how this moment changed Masvidal’s life and influenced other fighters in the MMA community.
| Event | Fighters | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Acesso MMA | Iury Silva vs Xiko Loko | Silva knocked out by Loko |
Jorge Masvidal’s flying knee knockout against Ben Askren at UFC 239 left a lasting impact on the MMA community. It inspired fighters like Iury Silva, who attempted a similar flying attack in his debut but was countered by Xiko Loko, resulting in a devastating knockout. Masvidal’s knockout became the fastest in UFC history and propelled him to mainstream fame.
MMA fans were left in awe in 2019 when Jorge Masvidal delivered a stunning flying knee knockout against Ben Askren at UFC 239. This iconic moment propelled Masvidal to new heights of popularity and cemented his status as a household name in combat sports.
The influence of Masvidal’s flying knee knockout has been felt throughout the MMA community. One recent example of this influence was seen during the debut of MMA fighter Iury Silva.
Silva, a light heavyweight making his professional debut, faced Xiko Loko at an Acesso MMA event in Fortaleza, Brazil. Eager to make a statement, Silva attempted a flying attack similar to Masvidal’s approach. However, Loko saw it coming and countered with a powerful shot that sent Silva crashing to the canvas.
The impact of the blow was devastating, as Silva’s head made harsh contact with the canvas. Defenseless on the ground, Silva was subjected to a barrage of punches from Loko, resulting in a knockout.
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Meanwhile, Jorge Masvidal etched his name in UFC history with the fastest knockout ever against Ben Askren. In just five seconds, Masvidal executed a perfectly timed flying knee, leaving Askren unconscious.
Earlier this year, Masvidal retired from the sport following a unanimous decision loss to Gilbert Burns at UFC 287. Despite his retirement, Masvidal’s legacy was secured in 2019 with consecutive knockout victories over Darren Till and Ben Askren.
The unforgettable five-second flying knee knockout against Askren propelled Masvidal to mainstream fame and led to a headline clash against Nate Diaz at UFC 244. While that was his last victory, Masvidal continued to headline three more UFC pay-per-view events, showcasing his financial acumen and ensuring stability for his family in retirement.
In a post-fight interview after UFC 287, UFC CEO Dana White spoke about the impact of Masvidal’s flying knee knockout, stating:
“That flying knee changed his life. When he threw that flying knee, it changed his whole life… He’s made a lot of money. He made a lot of money tonight. He’s got things outside the octagon going on too, like Conor [McGregor] does and some of these other guys, and I think he’s proved everything he needed to prove to himself. He changed his family’s life, and why not?”
