After some injuries, Luke Rockhold decided to move up to light heavyweight to face Polish fighter Jan Blachowicz in UFC 239. However, his debut in the new weight class didn't go as expected.
In the second round, Luke Rockhold was knocked out after a powerful left strike from Jan Blachowicz. After the punch, the former middleweight champion fell to the ground and was finished with a couple more hammer fists.
Jan Blachowicz's powerful knockout at UFC 239. (Capture/FOX Action)
"I don't mind people talking so much, but I wanted to show them the Polish power. I mentally prepared for this fight and I knew how I was going to finish it. I hope to have a title opportunity," said Polish fighter Jan Blachowicz.
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