In a shocking turn of events during a Friday night MMA fight, Francis Ngannou was knocked out by AJ in the second round, marking a truly disturbing scene for fans and commentators alike. The knockout left Ngannou unconscious on the mat, not moving, a sight that MMA commentator Ariel Helwani described as unbelievable and unprecedented in Ngannou's career. Despite the victory, AJ showed restraint in his celebration, acknowledging the severity of the knockout. This fight marked the first time Ngannou has been knocked down and out, leaving him requiring oxygen and medical attention as he recovered. Ngannou eventually sat up, and the round was notably scored 10-8 in favor of AJ.
So @arielhelwani admits he’s shocked, has never seen NGANNOU sorted like that https://t.co/ia1jhEkMI7
Ngannou sitting on the stool now. Getting oxygen. First time he’s been knocked down and knocked out.
ARIEL HELWANI LOOK AT WHAT YOU DID NGANNOU 😤😤 https://t.co/V5xKeycXnU
AJ is hardly celebrating. Ngannou just sat up. Scary stuff. That was a blistering KO.
Ngannou is laying on the mat. Out cold. He hasn’t moved. Unbelievable.
Holy shit. AJ just KO’d Ngannou out cold in the 2nd. It’s over. Wow.
10-8 AJ. He dropped Francis late.
MMA fans couldn’t believe what they were watching unfold as one fighter was knocked out in truly disturbing scenes on Friday. https://t.co/43aaMEBTVB