'Worst debut ever'... Fans question UFC signing former headliner's brother after 23-second KO loss
Levan Chokheli's 23-second knockout victory at UFC Vegas 119 has sparked fan debate over the promotion's signing decisions.
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📍 How it ended
Levan Chokheli defeated Leon Shahbazyan via a 23-second knockout at UFC Vegas 119. Following the stoppage, fans questioned the UFC's signing of the fighter.
Epilogue added 6d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Levan Chokheli secured a quick stoppage victory over Leon Shahbazyan at UFC Vegas 119, ending the fight in 23 seconds. The victory was characterized by multiple outlets as a crushing obliteration of his opponent.
Coverage from MMA Fighting, MMA Junkie, and Yahoo Sports emphasizes the speed and violence of the knockout. However, Bloody Elbow reports that some fans are reacting to the loss by questioning the UFC's decision to sign the brother of a former headliner, with some labeling it the "worst debut ever.
Future attention may focus on the post-fight interview with Chokheli, as reported by Yahoo Sports, and the fallout from the fan reaction regarding his signing.
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Quick answers
How long did the fight last?
The fight ended in 23 seconds.
Who won the match at UFC Vegas 119?
Levan Chokheli defeated Leon Shahbazyan.
Why are fans criticizing the UFC signing?
According to Bloody Elbow, fans are questioning the signing of a former headliner's brother following the 23-second KO loss.
Coverage (8)
- Leon Shahbazyan v Levan Chokheli Odds FanDuel Sportsbook · 23d ago
- UFC Fight Night 279: Levan Chokheli post-fight interview Yahoo Sports · 23d ago
- UFC Vegas 119 video: Levan Chokheli crushes Leon Shahbazyan in 23 seconds MMA Junkie · 23d ago
- Prediction, pick for Leon Shahbazyan vs. Levan Chokheli at UFC Vegas 119 DraftKings Network · 23d ago
- Levan Chokheli Scores Vicious Stoppage at UFC Vegas 119 MMA Sucka · 23d ago
- Video: Levan Chokheli obliterates opponent in 23 seconds at UFC Vegas 119 MMA Fighting · 23d ago
- UFC Vegas 119 video: Levan Chokheli crushes Leon Shahbazyan in 23 seconds Yahoo Sports · 23d ago
- 'Worst debut ever'... Fans question UFC signing former headliner's brother after 23-second KO loss Bloody Elbow · 23d ago
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