Although well regarded as a prolific striker but, is Tony Ferguson the kind of guy who can inflict a knockout at will?
One of the top contenders in the Lightweight division, Tony Ferguson is set to face Charles Oliveira this Saturday. The odds are in his favor and he is predicted to win via KO/TKO. So, if he indeed gets the Knockout finish then how many coup de grâce will be to his name at the end of the day?
Also Read: Dana White Reveals How Much Money UFC Have Spent On Covid-19 Testing
How Many Knockout victories Tony Ferguson has to his name?
El Cucuy is known to be a complete fighter and showcases an impressive 25-4 record in MMA. A breakdown of his 25 victories will give evidence that he has garnered those through all prevalent options. Submission, Decision wins, Total Knockout, Technical Knockout, he has attained a win via all the aforementioned methods. However, it is the knockouts column that has amassed a greater number as compared to other procedures
The 36-year-old has 12 KO/TKO wins to his name till now, Out of which 2 are total knockouts and 10 are technical knockouts. Other 13 victories of his have come via submission (8) and by judges’ decision (Unanimous- 4. Split Decision- 1).
Also Read: Gilbert Burns spares a thought for the 60 fighters whose contracts will soon cease
Knockout Wins In UFC
Ferguson has competed 17 times in UFC and has won 15 of those contests. But When it comes to knockouts, El Cucuy has inflicted 4 in the leading MMA promotion. Which comprise almost 27% of his UFC wins.
So, while he has significant knockout finishes to his name, it should be noted that in his last outing he became a subject of Knockout against Justin Gaethje. which is also registered as his only Knockout loss.
Therefore, let’s see what spectacle the co-main event of UFC 256 will present, where there would a chance that a Knockout number from either end might get augmented.
Click Here For More UFC News
