French fighter Fares Ziam stuns at UFC Paris with stunning clinch-knee knockout of Matt ‘The Steamrolla’ Frevola [VIDEO]
UFC Paris kicked off with a bang as French fighter Fares Ziam earned a stunning clinch-knee knockout over Matt Frevola. It was an incredible statement win, as 'The Steamrolla' was ranked at one point.
The French lightweight showed up and delivered with his nation behind him, marking a spectacular moment in his career. It was an entertaining bout that saw the 27-year-old showcase his arsenal of grappling and striking as he got the better of their exchanges and looked firmly in control following the first two rounds.
Heading into the final round, Ziam was ahead on the scorecards, so he didn't have the same urgency as 'The Steamrolla'. Despite getting the better of his opponent, the 27-year-old sought a finish and did that following the midway point of the third round. While controlling Frevola with a clinch against the fence, the Frenchman found an opening and dropped the New York native with a devastating knee followed by strikes to the ground.
Check out Fares Ziam's stunning knockout over Matt 'The Steamrolla' Frevola below:
Fares Ziam extends winning streak with knockout win at UFC Paris
Fares Ziam continues to make a great impression and will definitely surge in popularity following his incredible knockout win over Matt 'The Steamrolla' Frevola at UFC Paris.
The Frenchman extended his win streak to four consecutive wins, including the latest win over Frevola and his decision wins over Claudio Puelles, Jai Herbert and Michal Figlak. His last loss came in 2022 when he was submitted by Terrance McKinney. However, he has significantly improved since then and regrouped.
It will be interesting to see what the matchmakers have in store for Ziam as his win over Frevola was impressive and could be one that puts him in a collision course with a top-15 ranked lightweight in his next bout.
Check out the official judges' scorecards for Fares Ziam vs. Matt Frevola below: