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Joaquin Buckley Knocks Out Stephen Thompson in Round 3 at UFC 307

Oct 6, 2024, 01:57 AM

Joaquin Buckley secured a significant victory at UFC 307 by knocking out Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson in the third round at 2:17. This victory marks Buckley's fifth consecutive win in the welterweight division, enhancing his reputation as a serious contender. Buckley, who is now 5-0 at 170 pounds, delivered a powerful right hand to end the fight, making him only the second fighter to knock out Thompson, the first being Anthony Pettis. Following his victory, Buckley called out former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman, expressing his desire for a future bout. The fight saw Buckley dominate with significant strikes, including big right hands, a thunderous takedown in the first round, and a calf kick from Thompson, setting the tone for his eventual knockout win.