In the main event of the UFC 206 Fight Pass prelims, two of the best and most versitile strikers in the light weight division squared off, Lando Vannata and John Makdessi.
What could have been a back and forth exciting fight, ending abruptly when Vannata landed a spinning hook kick in the first round that knocked Makdessi out cold.
Play-By-Play
Round 1 – They trade some low kicks with Vannata tryig all sorts of angles. Makdessi remains patient. Vannata shoots, but Makdessi easily sees it coming. Vannata goes low with a kick and high with a right. They trade body punches before Vannata lands an absolutely beautiful spinning head kick. Makdessi is asleep on his feet. Vannata simply watches him crash to the mat and admires his work before the ref waves it off.
source: mmajunkie.com
WHAT A KICK!
INCREDIBLE way for Lando Vannata to get his first win! #UFC206 https://t.co/VedB9ZxlV1
— FOX Sports: UFC (@UFCONFOX) December 11, 2016
Official Result: Lando Vannata defeated John Makdessi by Knockout (Head kick, Round 1, 1:40)
More About Lando Vannata
TRAINING: A typical day of training either consists of a lot of live grappling, sparring and wrestling, or extensive technique and lower intensity work.
When and why did you start training for fighting? 2006 at the age of thirteen, because I decided that’s what I wanted to do with my life.
What ranks and titles have you held? None
Do you have any heroes? Heroes? No. Inspirations? Yes.
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? That I’m seeing my years of dedication pay off and my most precious dreams unfold.
source: ufc.com
