UFC 308: Sharabutdin Magomedov vs. Armen Petrosyan: Full video highlights
In a highly anticipated middleweight clash, Sharabutdin Magomedov faced Armen Petrosyan to kick off UFC 308's main card. Magomedov entered with an undefeated 14-0 record, eager to extend his winning streak, while Petrosyan aimed to bounce back from his recent submission loss to Rodolfo Vieira and solidify his place in the division.
The first round saw Petrosyan initiating the action with a series of low kicks, trying to unsettle Magomedov early. Petrosyan continued pressing, landing a punch when he caught one of Magomedov’s body kicks. Both fighters traded strikes, with Petrosyan maintaining pressure.
However, Magomedov responded effectively, landing a powerful right hand that visibly stunned Petrosyan. A big moment for Magomedov came when he landed a spinning back-fist, sending Petrosyan stumbling, solidifying a close but favorable round for the Dagestani.
Round two began with Petrosyan on the offensive, using low kicks to keep Magomedov at bay. Magomedov answered with a sharp right cross and a check hook, slowing Petrosyan’s advances. Both fighters dealt with brief interruptions due to groin strikes, but the intensity only built as the round progressed.
Magomedov took control with his signature spinning back-fist, landing it with precision as Petrosyan struggled to keep pace. Ultimately, Magomedov delivered a double spinning back-fist in the closing seconds, bringing Petrosyan to the canvas and ending the fight at 4:52 in round two.
Check out some of the fight highlights below:
Both fighters made their way into the octagon:
The first round saw some great exchange from both fighters:
Check out some impressive strikes from the fighters below:
Check out Magomedov's fight-winning back-fist below:
With this win, Magomedov not only preserved his perfect record but also solidified his standing as a rising middleweight force in the UFC.