Breaking: Derrick Lewis unleashes flying knee KO at UFC 291
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In a dramatic display at UFC 291, Derrick Lewis delivered one of his most electric finishes, catching Marcos Rogério de Lima with a flying knee at the opening moments and turning the bout into a one-sided attack with ground-and-pound that ended the fight shortly after.
When asked by Joe Rogan whether the finish was exactly how he envisioned it, Lewis explained that it wasn’t a meticulously crafted plan. “I wasn’t trying to script it,” he said. “I planned to throw some bulls**t and see if it lands.” The bold, straight-from-the-hip strike set the tone and left de Lima unable to recover, sealing another knockout for Lewis.
The moment drew comparisons to Masvidal’s famous flying-knee lineage, yet Lewis emphasized that his move was improvised moments before the bell and executed with precision.The result adds another highlight to his already storied knockout repertoire.
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| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | UFC 291 |
| Fighter | Derrick Lewis |
| Opponent | Marcos Rogério de Lima |
| Finish | Flying knee KO |
| Sequence | Early knee, followed by ground-and-pound |
| Strategy | Improvised moments before the fight |
| Impact | Adds another knockout to Lewis’s record |
Evergreen insights: agility, instinct and the psychology of a KO
Fights in the heavyweight division often hinge on moments of improvisation.Lewis’s choice to act on instinct demonstrates how a split-second decision can redefine a bout, especially when power is a constant factor inside the cage.The tactic underscores the value of readiness, fast judgment, and the ability to convert bold impulses into decisive outcomes. For fans and analysts, this bout offers a clear case study in balancing preparation with adaptability in combat sports.
For broader context on finish strategies and fight IQ,see established coverage from major outlets like ESPN MMA and ongoing UFC reporting from the official site.
Reader questions
- Do you prefer preplanned strategies or in-fight improvisation when the stakes are highest?
- How might this finish influence Lewis’s momentum in the heavyweight division going forward?
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