Tai Tuivasa after knocking out Derrick Lewis (Credits: UFC)
We take a look at the record of Derrick Lewis and his knockout wins and losses
Derrick Lewis’s second homecoming ended in dismay much like last time, as Tai Tuivasa knocked him out in the second round. The fight had satisfied the fans and fulfilled the hype as both fighters stood toe to toe and traded.
Tuivasa got the better of the exchange in the second round as he planted a ferocious counter elbow that saw Derrick plummet face first into the canvas.
Lewis has the reputation of being an absolute crowd favorite owing to his unintentionally funny personality and record knockout finishes in the UFC. However the ‘Black Beast’ has had his share of KO’s in the receiving end.
His first KO loss came against Matt Mitrione at UFC Fight Night on September 5th, 2014. He had since then suffered 4 technical knockout finishes inside the octagon and had never been knocked out cold.
Tuivasa became only the second fighter to knock him out and this win will propel his career further amongst the elite in the division now.
Tai Tuivasa has become notable in recent times on account of his wild personality, fearless fighting style, big knockouts and the world-famous ‘Shoey.’
Fans make sure that they tune in to watch him fight and conclude it with the shoey. With this monumental victory against no.3 ranked heavyweight Derrick Lewish, Tuivasa has entered the heavyweight title picture conversation.
The world is looking forward to Jon Jone’s much-awaited heavyweight debut and it is likely that either Stipe or Ciryl Gane will welcome him to the division. Tuivasa’s next opponent will most likely be no.4 ranked Curtis Blaydes and a win against him will most probably guarantee him a title shot.
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