5 most violent knockouts in UFC history

#4. Dan Henderson knocks out Michael Bisping - UFC 100

UFC 100 was one of the biggest turning points in the promotion's history. The event featured their biggest pay-per-view draws in the main event, a co-main event, and a loaded fight card. Among those fights was a grudge match between Dan Henderson and Michael Bisping.

The two had served as coaches on TUF season 9 and were looking to settle the score in the octagon.'The Count' came into the fights unbeaten following his move to 185lbs. He had spent his career to that point fighting at light heacyweight even after winning TUF. Since making his middleweight debut in 2007, Bisping had been an undefeated 3-0 in his middleweight bouts.

'Hendo', known for his powerful right hook, showcased his power with an incredible knockout win. It was an 'H-Bomb' for the ages as he landed the right hook that knocked Bisping out. Henderson even continued with a devastating ground strike before the referee stopped the bout.

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#3. Francis Ngannou knocks out Alistair Overeem - UFC 218

Reigning UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou had a meteoric rise up the rankings. He became a feared striker with his devastating power and quick finishes and was a star from the get go.

After a quick first-round knockout win against former heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski, Ngannou faced his toughest test.

'The Predator' matched up with former Strikeforce heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem. He had never before fought an elite-level striker of Overeem's quality, so this was his toughest test. Overbeem had made a career of finishing opponents and came into the fight following back-to-back wins over Mark Hunt and Fabricio Werdum.

It was a rough night for 'The Demolition Man' as Ngannou was clearly one-step ahead. During an exchange, Overeem ducked and got caught with a powerful left-uppercut from 'The Predator.' The knockout was violent as 'The Demoliton Man's head snapped back and Ngannou followed up with a ground strike. It was a significant win as it earned 'The Predator' a title shot.