UFC Fight Night: Smith vs Clark has been a tumultuous card. The main event fell apart one day before the fight, as Curtis Blaydes tested positive for COVID and pulled out. However, this fight card was still a massive opportunity for some of the fighters on the prelims.

One of these fighters was Su Mudaerji. The Chinese fighter came into this fight with a 1-1 record in the UFC. However, he absolutely demolished Malcolm Gordon in the first round with punches to notch the third-fastest finish in UFC flyweight history.

Quick finishes are relatively uncommon in the flyweight division, with the weight class having one of the longest average fight times in the UFC. One of the main reasons for this is attributed to their lack of knockout power. Well, Su Mudaerji has added to the case of flyweights with KO power. Hopefully, this leads to him generating some momentum for himself.

UFC flyweight division looking exciting after years of limbo

People forget that the UFC almost tried killing the flyweight division two years ago when TJ Dillashaw went down to face Henry Cejudo. However, Cejudo triumphed over Dillashaw, who was later suspended for using EPO by USADA. ‘Triple C’ would then go on to win the bantamweight title that Dillashaw left behind.

After Cejudo retired and vacated the flyweight belt, many wondered what was next. There was no Demetrious Johnson to come and lead the division like before. As a result, Deiveson Figueredo ended up winning the title and established himself as the most exciting champion in the company.

Trending

“Bubble Gut From High HGH Abuse” – Joe Rogan’s Dire Health Concern Flare Up as Fans Worry About UFC Commentator

April 16, 2024 05:03 AM EDT

“Looks Just as Confused” – Justin Gaethje Receives Untoward Backlash From Fans After UFC 300 Max Holloway KO

April 15, 2024 11:59 AM EDT

Justin Gaethje’s Team Messes Up Mid Fight Before Getting KO’d at UFC 300, Max Holloway Reveals – “I Could Hear Trevor”

April 14, 2024 09:09 AM EDT

What Is Wrong With Joe Rogan’s Gut? Does UFC Commentator Have Palumboism Because of TRT and HGH?

April 16, 2024 04:50 AM EDT

Meet UFC’s Heartthrob Nina Marie Daniele: Boyfriend/Husband, Age, Playboy, ‘Nina Drama’ and More

October 25, 2023 09:12 PM EDT

Get instantly notified of the hottest UFC stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

Su Mudaerji has a long way to go right now. He will have to climb the rankings of the division before contending for anything significant. However, finishes like the one he has had tonight go a long way in helping him build a case. He may be a lower-tier fighter right now. But, a possible performance bonus can motivate him into becoming much better than what he has shown in his young UFC career.

The fighter is now on a two-fight win streak.