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“Training With Khamzat Pays Off” – Volkan Oezdemir Overcomes Daniel Cormier Fight Trauma After 6 Years as He Racks Up a First Round Finish at UFC Paris

Published 09/02/2023, 4:52 PM EDT

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With a plethora of captivating matches, the anticipation for UFC Paris was obvious. Headlining the homeboy, Ciryl Gane, against Sergey Spivac, this event also had to present a light heavyweight contest in front of the fans. Volkan Oezdemir and Bogdan Guskov both had intentions of proving their significance inside the octagon.

The 205-pound action, however, turned out to be a setback for Guskov as the dominance of Oezdemir was evident in the fight. Let’s find out what actually happened.

A dream outing for Volkan Oezdemir at UFC Paris

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Both came inside the octagon seeking glory in Paris. Guskov, however, had 11 first-round finishes, proving him to be a terrifying opponent for the Swiss fighter. However, ‘No Time’s experience was way beyond his prowess. The match began with both fighters seeking an opportunity to hit each other. In fact, they exchanged strikes in the first round, but fate had other plans.

The Swiss fighter took charge, landing a powerful right hand that sent Guskov to the canvas. The strikes didn’t stop there; Oezdemir maintained control over his opponent, trapping him in a chokehold and ultimately submitting him. Furthermore, the victory captured the fans’ attention, and their enthusiastic response heightened the intensity of the moment.

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How did the fans respond to this emphatic victory?

As a result of the triumph, the fans had much to say. Here are their reactions.

Concerning the triumph of the Swiss a fan said:

Gilbert Burns praised Volkan Oezdemir

A fan had an elongated statement to make as he said this.

Hailing Oezdemir, this fan had a lot to express.

Concerning the victory a fan had his own speculation.

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Indeed, the event turned out to be a dream outing for Oezdemir. Having his opponent’s back against the wall, he wasted no time to capitalize on the situation and further clinched a dominant victory. With such a wonderful result, the Swiss star might have overcome the knockout blow he witnessed at the hands of UFC legend Daniel Cormier five years back.

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While he has a lot to achieve, he could also target the light heavyweight title that is vacant but won’t be for much longer. Concerning the bout, how did you respond? What could be the future of the Swiss fighter from here? Let us know in the comments.

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Akchhat Bachheti

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Akchhat is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports, showcasing his love for the game and unwavering commitment to it through his articles. His fascination with the sport began when CM Punk made his debut against Mickey Gall in 2016, sparking his enduring passion. Since then, Akchhat has aspired to provide a comprehensive understanding of the sport and its participants.
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Abhishek Das