The world of UFC has witnessed a class of heavy punchers, ranging from fighters like Francis Ngannou to Alex Pereira; each possessing their own unique set of techniques to deliver devastating blows. Whether the power behind the punch comes from raw strength or due to superior technique, a good punch is still the most preferred and most effective method to knock an opponent out.

Despite the best efforts of various UFC fighters, it’s been a rare occurrence for anyone to have ever destroyed the punching machine. However, that was until ‘the human highlight reel’ Justin Gaethje recently stepped up to the challenge on the sidelines of UFC 293.

Justin Gaethje shatters punching machine at UFC 293 in Sydney

The 34-year-old fighter currently holds the BMF title after his win at UFC 291. During a recent encounter with Gilbert Burns on the sidelines of UFC 293 in Sydney, Justin Gaethje showcased his punching strength on a punching machine. Gaethje’s punch not only broke the machine but also shattered the records set by previous heavyweights, including Ciryl Gane, Jon Jones, Joe Rogan, and Alex Pereira.

Several UFC fighters have taken on the punching machine challenge, aiming to test their punching power. Israel Adesanya, the former middleweight champion, set a record with a score of 964.4, surpassing his previous high of 962.1. Conor McGregor achieved a score of 932, while Alex Pereira scored an impressive 969 on a UFC-branded machine. Joe Rogan had a score of 135 and later claimed to have reached 152. Jon Jones fell short of the record and scored 444. Ciryl Gane recently posted a video celebrating his score of 999, beating the previous high score on the punching machine.

Fans dazzled as Gaethje’s breaks the punching machine

As soon as Gilbert Burns uploaded the video on X (formerly Twitter), fans flocked to his post to express their opinions about Justin Gaethje’s powerful punch. Here are some of the comments from fans:

One of the fans was not surprised by Gaethje’s strength and stated that it was no surprise.

Another fan indicated to Burns that he acts like a person in the gym who can’t fight but is always there to improve.

Moreover, another fan quoted that Gaethje broke the machine.

Furthermore, another fan, in surprise, quoted that Gaethje’s hands are nothing other than bombs.

One of the fans stated that Gaethje hits harder than Francis Ngannou.

Another fan stated Gaetjhe could easily fight in the 170 pounds division and that he never expected Gaetjhe to be this huge.

Last but not least One of the fans was startled by the punch and stated that Gaetjhe’s punch goes like thunder.

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Based on the reactions of the fans it can be inferred that most of them are dazzled by the way Gaethje threw the punch and broke the machine. Some of the fans even go on to compare him with the likes of Francis Ngannou. Nevertheless, most of the fans were impressed by the power possessed by Gaethje.

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