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#4. A stunning heavyweight knockout
Tai Tuivasa's UFC run continues to impress due to his thunderous punching power, likeable personality, and post-fight celebrations involving beer and a shoe. The Sydney native earned his fourth straight victory at UFC 269 after knocking out fellow striker Augusto Sakai in the second with an impressive flurry.
In round two, Tuivasa landed a perfectly timed counter left hook to the temple of Sakai that stunned the Brazilian immediately. He followed up with multiple combinations before landing another powerful right hook to the jaw of Sakai to end the bout. The 28-year-old heavyweight prospect has thus far compiled a 7-3 UFC record and continues to improve with every performance inside the octagon.
#3. The resurgence of UFC veterans Dominick Cruz and Josh Emmett
UFC 269 reminded fans that Dominick Cruz and Josh Emmett are still two of the best mixed martial artists in their respective weight classes. After being dropped in round one, Cruz returned to action in round two and put on a classic performance using his movement, versatility and speed to continuously blast Pedro Munhoz with three-to-four punch combinations while avoiding power shots.
The former bantamweight champion went on to defeat Munhoz via unanimous decision and reminded the world why he was once considered the best 135-pounder in the world.
Josh Emmett has been a victim of back luck throughout his UFC career. The No.6-ranked featherweight is one of the most powerful punchers in the division but has been plagued with various injuries in recent years, including facial ones and an ACL tear.
Despite these setbacks, the Arizona native was able to successfully heal up and return to action against the always dangerous Dan Ige. The pair squared off in a highly competitive clash that saw both men claim a round going into the final five minutes. Emmett was able to rebound after being wobbled by Ige in round two and went on to convincingly claim round three and earn a unanimous decision victory.
