The UFC 320 preliminary card in Las Vegas delivered early fireworks when Edmen Shahbazyan faced Andre Muniz in a middleweight bout. Both fighters entered the cage looking to make a statement, and the matchup promised a mix of striking power and grappling skill.
The first few exchanges were measured, with each man feeling out the distance. Muniz, known for his slick submissions, looked for ways to bring the fight to the canvas, while Shahbazyan stayed patient and sharp behind his punches.
Shift in Momentum Through Clean Striking
Midway through the round, Muniz pressed forward for a takedown and briefly pinned Shahbazyan against the fence. The American managed to work his way back up, and once they separated, the rhythm of the fight changed. Shahbazyan landed a clean left hand that stopped Muniz in his tracks, opening the door for a sudden momentum swing.
Muniz tried to recover, but Shahbazyan smelled opportunity and kept advancing, forcing Muniz backward with accurate follow-up punches.
Final Seconds Bring a Sudden End
As the clock ticked down, Muniz stumbled to the mat from Shahbazyan’s heavy shots. Wasting no time, Shahbazyan jumped on top and unleashed a flurry of elbows and punches. The referee stepped in to stop the contest at 4:58 of round one, just two seconds before the buzzer.
Edmen Shahbazyan gets the win with two seconds to go 🤯
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The victory marked Shahbazyan’s third straight win, and it was his sixth knockout inside the UFC. After a decision win in his previous outing, this return to a decisive finish highlighted his growing confidence and striking precision.
For Muniz, the loss extended a difficult stretch in his career, making it four defeats in his last five bouts. His attempts to bring the fight to the ground were thwarted, and he struggled once the striking exchanges favored Shahbazyan.
