PFL 5: Russian Fighter’s Viral Knockout Win
- magomed Umalatov made a triumphant return to form at PFL 5, securing a sensational first-round knockout.The Russian welterweight contender, previously a finalist in the $1 million tournament, faced...
- Umalatov's career faced a setback when he was eliminated from the 2025 tournament after missing weight.
- Ivy, riding a seven-fight win streak, entered the welterweight tournament choice bout with confidence.
Magomed Umalatov delivered a stunning first-round knockout at PFL 5, swiftly ending Anthony Ivy’s seven-fight winning streak. This dominant performance in Nashville, Tennessee, saw the Russian welterweight contender, nicknamed “Prince,” rebound from a previous tournament setback with a brutal check hook adn follow-up punch. Witness umalatov’s emphatic return to form as he dominated the fight, sending shockwaves through the welterweight division. Fans are already buzzing, with social media flooded with reactions – from proclaiming “Prince is back” to speculating about his UFC potential.News Directory 3 keeps you updated on the most electrifying moments in sports, including this unforgettable knockout. Discover what’s next for Umalatov and his journey back to the top.
Magomed Umalatov scores emphatic knockout at PFL 5
Updated June 13, 2025
magomed Umalatov made a triumphant return to form at PFL 5, securing a sensational first-round knockout.The Russian welterweight contender, previously a finalist in the $1 million tournament, faced Anthony Ivy at the Nashville Municipal Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee.
Umalatov’s career faced a setback when he was eliminated from the 2025 tournament after missing weight. However, “Prince” quickly put that behind him with a dominant performance.
Ivy, riding a seven-fight win streak, entered the welterweight tournament choice bout with confidence. Midway through the first round, Ivy attempted a flying knee, but Umalatov countered with a check hook. A follow-up punch sent Ivy crashing to the canvas, ending the fight.
The emphatic knockout sent Umalatov sprinting in festivity, marking a important return to winning ways in the Professional Fighters League.
Fans quickly took to social media to react to Umalatov’s highlight-reel knockout.Reactions ranged from “Prince is back” to predictions that Umalatov would soon be in the UFC.
“Wow. Brutal way to go down,” one fan said.
“Insane KO UFC level guys 18-1 he should be in UFC,” another wrote.
What’s next
With this impressive victory, Magomed Umalatov re-establishes himself as a force in the welterweight division, perhaps setting the stage for future tournament contention and further opportunities within the PFL.