Josh Emmett Scores Shocking First-Round Knockout at UFC 296
In a surprising turn of events, Josh Emmett delivered a big kickoff to the UFC 296 main card with a shocking first-round knockout of Bryce Mitchell. The fight, which was promoted to the main card late in the week, saw Emmett emerge victorious in spectacular fashion.
Mitchell, who entered the fight as the favorite at the betting window, was unable to utilize his reach and grappling skills before he found himself dropped to the canvas by Emmett’s overhand right. The finish came at the 1:57 mark of Round 1, leaving Mitchell on unsteady legs as UFC officials helped him back to the locker room.
The win was particularly significant for Emmett, who had entered Saturday with an 0-2 record in 2023. Following a loss in an interim featherweight title bout to Yair Rodríguez, and a decision defeat to Ilia Topuria in June, this victory marked a major turnaround for Emmett.
Additionally, the win was Emmett’s first stoppage victory since 2019, providing him with a much-needed boost in his career.
It’s clear that Emmett’s powerful performance has caught the attention of the combat sports world, and fans will undoubtedly be eager to see what he does next in the octagon.