Holly Holm‘s knockout of Ronda Rousey at UFC 193 in 2015 is still one of the biggest upsets in UFC history. Rousey had dominated the women’s bantamweight division, winning all twelve of her fights, and was widely considered unbeatable. However, Holm, a former professional boxer, kickboxer, and mixed martial artist had other plans.
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Holly Holm knocked Rousey out in the second round. Holm then went on to become one of the most recognizable faces in UFC and fights in the top tier to this day. In a build-up to his next fight, UFC posted a video of Holm knocking Rousey out.
Fans still not over Holly Holm KOing Ronda Rousey
Recently, the UFC posted a video of Holm‘s knockout of Rousey on their social media channels, prompting a flurry of reactions from fans. Many recalled the shock and excitement they felt watching the fight and praised Holm for her incredible performance.
Never forget when @HollyHolm shocked the WORLD against Ronda Rousey 😱
Holm is back in action Saturday in our #UFCSanAntonio co-main event! pic.twitter.com/24hQBRYD9H
— UFC (@ufc) March 21, 2023
One fan had an interesting observation
This is my favorite part. Her coach had her thinking she was Claressa Shields thinking she had a chance on the feet. Know your strengths. pic.twitter.com/z34THifMpZ
— HBK's Smile (@HBKSmile) March 21, 2023
Another one thought Holm just got lucky.
Luckiest kick in UFC history 😂😂😂
— Toxic mma fan (@Erma19877) March 21, 2023
One fan stated his obsession with the clip
One called Rousey a ‘one-trick pony’.
Another one said some brutal things
One was disappointed in Rousey.
what a disappointment Ronda Rousey turned out to be, not cause she lost but how she handled the loss it was all good when she was winning and just completely crumbled after the loss.
— Bears got 1 SB win (@MLGPROX) March 22, 2023
Holm completely outclassed Rousey for the entirety of the fight, using her superior footwork and striking to keep the former champion at bay.
In the second round, Holm landed a brutal head kick that sent Rousey crashing to the canvas. The knockout was so devastating that Rousey was unable to fight again for over a year and ultimately led to the end of her UFC career.
Holly Holm after the win against Ronda Rousey
For Holm, the victory over Rousey was a career-defining moment. She became an overnight sensation, earning widespread recognition and becoming a household name. The win also helped to establish her as one of the top fighters in the women’s bantamweight division.
Since her victory over Rousey, Holm has continued to compete at the highest levels of the sport. She has faced tough competition, including a loss to Miesha Tate and two losses to Amanda Nunes. However, she has also recorded impressive victories over the likes of Bethe Correia and Megan Anderson.
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Holm is scheduled to face Yana Kunitskaya on March 25, 2023, at UFC on ESPN 43. The fight will give Holm another opportunity to prove that she is still one of the best fighters in the world and could potentially put her back in title contention.
