Edson Barboza brought himself further up the rankings after another huge win in front of his countrymen in Fortaleza, Brazil. The number five-ranked lightweight contender once again made the highlight reels with his flying knee knockout win over Beneil Dariush in the second round of their fight.
What was the high point of the fight?
It looked like Dariush was getting the better of Barboza on the feet, particularly in the first round. He was finding a home for his punches from close range, which left Barboza inefficient and tentative.
The momentum did swing slightly towards Barboza’s favor in the second round, when Dariush began slowing down.