#2 Paul Buentello vs Andrei Arlovski
From a battle where even the ref appeared to be befuddled, we go to a complete that astounded everybody – everybody outside of arbitrator ‘Enormous’ John McCarthy, who made one of the most valiant calls of his profession and spared an oblivious contender from what could have been a merciless beating all the while.
Andrei Arlovski had caught the UFC Interim Heavyweight title at UFC 51 in mid 2005, and after one fruitful guard, the UFC authorities chose to update his title to the ‘genuine’ title while ruling champ Frank Mir was not able come back to activity.
UFC – Conor McGregor Vs Khabib Nurmagomedov: Dana White Delivers An Update
His first legitimate barrier would come against striker Paul Buentello – victor of two progressive UFC battles – at UFC 55.
Most fans were picking Arlovski, despite the fact that the lion’s share likewise concurred that Buentello – with his shockingly snappy boxing amusement and extreme notoriety – would give the Belarusian a harder battle than he was anticipating. At last, they could not have been further from reality.
UFC – Nate Diaz: Most Epic Fights
The battle started and Buentello turned out terminating punches at Arlovski, who seemed to dodge underneath for a takedown….only for McCarthy to rapidly make a plunge and stop the battle. At first, it appeared to be an exemplary faux pas.
Arlovski started to commend, first peacefully, and afterward to a group serenade of “bullsh*t”, yet when the fans saw Buentello being served to his feet, unmistakably something unique had occurred.
Martial Arts – UFC: 5 Legendary Fighters Who Should Re-Sign
At long last, a replay affirmed it – Arlovski had not dodged for a takedown, he had gotten Buentello neatly with a stellar right hand to the jaw, thumping him silly, and he’d dodged because to stay away from Buentello’s falling body. The camera point appeared on TV essentially hadn’t gotten the telling blow.
This was certifiably not a special one-punch knockout – the UFC has seen hundreds – yet it was particularly an insane complete in that everybody – from the fans to commentators Craig Hummer and Joe Rogan – was perplexed until the point when they saw the replay.
Martial Arts – UFC: Popular Fighters Of All Time
At last, it remains as a demonstration of Arlovski’s punching power – and the incredible refereeing abilities of ‘Huge John’.
For the #1 craziest finish in the history of UFC, move on to the next page!
Wrestling – WWE: NXT Stars Who Can Be A Big Success In WWE’s Main Roster
