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Derrick Lewis Breaks UFC Knockout Record in St. Louis Main Event

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The UFC’s all-time knockout record holder broke his own record in the main event of Saturday’s UFC St. Louis fight card. Derrick Lewis scored his 15th career UFC knockout win, besting Rodrigo Nascimento in the third round.

In the co-main event, hometown competitor Joaquin Buckley secured a decision victory in front of an appreciative crowd.

Carlos Ulberg impressed with a 12-second knockout over Alonzo Menifield in a light heavyweight matchup at UFC St. Louis.

The event, held at the Enterprise Center, aired on ESPN with prelims on ESPN+.

Diego Ferreira outclassed Mateusz Rebecki to claim a late stoppage victory, continuing his UFC success.

Sean Woodson’s effective use of length led to a decision win over Alex Caceres, though he lacked a second gear during the fight.

Waldo Cortes-Acosta’s takedown mastery earned him an easy decision win over Robelis Despaigne.

Chase Hooper’s striking-heavy approach secured a submission win against Viacheslav Borshchev, marking a three-fight win streak.

Esteban Ribovics stunned with a quick head kick knockout over Terrance McKinney.

Tabatha Ricci edged out Tecia Pennington in a split decision victory at strawweight.

Billy Goff displayed heart and drive despite losing to Trey Waters, who won via decision.

Charles Johnson utilized stance switching to earn a decision win over Jake Hadley.

Veronica Hardy’s dominant performance resulted in a unanimous decision win against JJ Aldrich.

Rachel Adams

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