Despite a higher ranking and a wealth of experience against top competition, Derek Brunson walked into the UFC Vegas 5 main event as a decided underdog.
Just over two rounds later, Brunson left the octagon with a satisfying victory after dishing out a savage performance to finish previously undefeated prospect Edmen Shahbazyan.
The stoppage came at just 26 seconds into the third round as referee Herb Dean saw the damage done and saved Shahbazyan from any further punishment.
“All the people on social media, -300 underdog. So many people betting against me and having so much negative to say,” Brunson said following his third straight win.