Holly Holm: UFC: In the world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), there have been many upsets over the years. However, one upset stands out as perhaps the most significant in the history of the sport. That upset was the defeat of Ronda Rousey by Holly Holm at UFC 193 in November 2015. In this article, we will see how Holm shook the UFC with the biggest upset in MMA history.
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Holly Holm Defeated Ronda Rousey
From the opening bell, it was clear that Holm had a game plan to beat Rousey. She used her superior footwork and movement to stay out of Rousey’s range and picked her apart with her precise striking. Rousey, known for her aggressive style, was unable to land any significant strikes and was repeatedly hit by Holm’s left hand.
Rousey tried to close the distance and take Holm down to the ground, where she was most dangerous, but Holm was too elusive and continually circled away. Rousey’s frustration was evident, and by the end of the first round, she was bloodied and breathing heavily.
The second round followed a similar pattern to the first, with Rousey trying to close the distance, but Holm was always one step ahead. Then, midway through the round, Holm landed a perfectly timed head kick to the side of Rousey’s neck, sending her crashing to the canvas.
Holm followed up with a few more strikes, but the referee quickly intervened, stopping the fight and handing Holm the biggest upset victory in MMA history. Rousey’s reign as the Women’s Bantamweight Champion was over, and Holly Holm had cemented her place in MMA history.
The win was not only significant for Holm but also for the sport of MMA. It showed that anyone could be beaten, no matter how dominant they may seem. The upset also paved the way for other fighters to believe that they could achieve the impossible and gave fans a new sense of excitement and unpredictability in the sport.
In conclusion, Holly Holm’s victory over Ronda Rousey at UFC 193 was undoubtedly the biggest upset in MMA history. Holm used her superior striking and movement to pick apart Rousey and then landed a perfectly timed head kick to secure the win. The upset not only shook the UFC but also showed that anything is possible in the sport of MMA.
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