Robelis Despaigne, a fighter who once competed in the UFC, has amazed fans by creating history in Karate Combat. In a match held in Miami, he faced Dominik Jedrzejczyk, a much taller opponent. It took Robelis only four seconds to win the fight, making it the fastest knockout ever seen in the promotion.
Former UFC star makes history with a four-second victory
This fight marks a big moment in Robelis’ career. After being released by the UFC, where he struggled with grappling opponents, he signed with Karate Combat. Many think this move is perfect for him since it allows him to focus on his striking skills, which have always been his strength.
Former #UFC heavyweight Robelis Despaigne just scored the fastest knockout in Karakte Combat history! pic.twitter.com/LPki7xmCDu
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Robelis began his fighting journey in Olympic Taekwondo before moving to mixed martial arts. He started strong, winning four fights in a row, all in the first round. His UFC debut was equally impressive when he knocked out Josh Parisian in just 18 seconds. However, things got tougher when he faced fighters who used grappling to control him. After two losses, the UFC decided to let him go.
Now, in Karate Combat, Robelis seems to have found a better match for his abilities. His punches are his strongest weapon, and all six of his wins in combat sports have come from striking. After his record-breaking win, Robelis said he feels like this new platform suits him.
Some people are also wondering if Robelis might try boxing in the future. His powerful punches could make him successful there too. But for now, he seems focused on Karate Combat and making his mark in the sport.
This victory in Miami has made Robelis the center of attention again. It shows that even after setbacks, fighters can find new opportunities and achieve great things. Fans are excited to see what he will do next in his career.
