Manuel Torres achieved a major career milestone by decisively knocking out Drew Dober in their co-main event fight at UFC Mexico.
Torres executed a perfect strategy, utilizing his reach advantage and setting up powerful straight punches from the beginning. This approach led to the fight-ending blow when Torres landed a precise left hand followed by a straight right, knocking Dober to the ground.
After the initial knockdown, Torres continued with a series of forceful hammer fists, prompting the referee to stop the fight in the first round.
In a testament to the knockout`s impact, Dober momentarily tried to continue fighting after the bell, highlighting his disorientation.
Torres celebrated his victory, acknowledging the support of the crowd and expressing his ambition to UFC president Dana White.
Initially, Dober appeared to adopt a more cautious approach, deviating from his usual aggressive style to navigate Torres` reach. However, this strategy proved ineffective as Torres connected with a significant punch early in the first exchange.
Dober pressed forward, attempting to close the distance, but Torres maintained accuracy and power in his strikes. He then unleashed the combination that dropped Dober, securing the knockout.
Following the knockdown, Dober instinctively tried for a leg lock, but Torres` relentless hammer fists ended the fight.
This win marks a successful rebound for Torres after a previous loss and establishes him as a formidable contender in the UFC lightweight division.
