UFC Nashville Results: Derrick Lewis' Explosive KO Victory Headlines Wild Night of Fights
- Austin Jones
- Jul 12
- 3 min read
UFC Nashville Recap: Derrick Lewis' Explosive Victory Headlines Wild Night of Fights
Tonight’s UFC Fight Night in Nashville delivered excitement from the opening bell, but none more thrilling than Derrick "The Black Beast" Lewis’ explosive victory over undefeated prospect Tallison Teixeira. It was a night filled with finishes, upsets, and split decisions that will have fans talking for days.
Main Event: Derrick Lewis Dominates Tallison Teixeira in 30 Seconds
In what was billed as the most anticipated matchup of the night, Derrick Lewis showed exactly why he’s one of the most feared knockout artists in UFC history. The fight was barely underway before Lewis unleashed a blistering barrage of punches, forcing the referee to step in and stop the fight just 30 seconds into round one. Teixeira had no answers for Lewis' brutal power, as "The Black Beast" made quick work of his opponent, sending a loud statement that his knockout power remains as potent as ever.
With the win, Lewis extends his legendary reputation for delivering fast, explosive finishes and is likely looking ahead to bigger opportunities in the heavyweight division.
Co-Main Event: Gabriel Bonfim Edges Out Stephen Thompson in Split Decision
In the co-main event, Brazilian rising star Gabriel Bonfim faced off against fan-favorite Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson. Despite Thompson's experience and slick striking, Bonfim managed to pull off a hard-fought split decision victory, with two judges scoring it 29-28 in his favor. Bonfim’s pressure and ground control proved to be the deciding factors as he stifled Thompson's trademark kicks and clinch work. This victory marks a major step forward for Bonfim in the welterweight rankings.
Other Main Card Highlights
Steve Garcia def. Calvin Kattar via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)Garcia stunned Kattar, dominating the three rounds with relentless pressure and superior striking. Kattar, known for his sharp boxing, couldn’t get his rhythm going, and Garcia capitalized on every opportunity.
Morgan Charrière def. Nate Landwehr via third-round TKO (0:27)Charrière displayed incredible patience and precision in this back-and-forth battle, finally sealing the win with a brutal TKO in the third round after a flurry of strikes.
Vitor Petrino def. Austen Lane via submission (rear-naked choke) (R1, 4:16)Petrino showcased his grappling skills, submitting Lane in the first round after some initial back-and-forth striking exchanges. It was a clear display of how well-rounded Petrino’s game is.
Tuco Tokkos def. Junior Tafa via submission (head-arm choke) (R2, 4:25)Tokkos impressed with his ability to transition from striking to submission, tapping out Tafa in the second round with a beautifully executed head-arm choke.
Preliminary Card: Notable Victories
Chris Curtis def. Max Griffin via split decision (29-28 x2, 28-29)Curtis and Griffin delivered a close, competitive bout, with Curtis emerging as the narrow winner after three rounds of back-and-forth exchanges.
Jake Matthews def. Chidi Njokuani via submission (rear-naked choke) (R1, 1:09)Matthews made quick work of Njokuani, taking the fight to the ground and securing the rear-naked choke submission in just over a minute of the first round.
Eduarda Moura def. Lauren Murphy via unanimous decision (29-28 x3)Moura triumphed in a tough battle against the seasoned Murphy, controlling the action on the feet and scoring consistently in all three rounds.
Valter Walker def. Kennedy Nzechukwu via submission (heel hook) (R1, 0:54)Walker pulled off a stunning heel hook submission to finish Nzechukwu in under a minute, making a huge statement in the light heavyweight division.
Mike Davis def. Mitch Ramirez via second-round TKO (4:08)Davis overcame some early adversity to break down Ramirez and secure a TKO victory in the second round with a brutal flurry of punches.
Fatima Kline def. Melissa Martinez via third-round TKO (2:36)Kline capped off the preliminary card with a dominating third-round TKO, showing off her power and technique to close out the fight in dramatic fashion.
Conclusion: A Night of Action in Nashville
UFC Nashville was an event full of jaw-dropping moments, but Derrick Lewis' lightning-fast victory remains the story of the night. His knockout of Teixeira reinforces his place as one of the most dangerous heavyweights in the UFC. With several fighters solidifying their spots in the rankings and others demonstrating their skillsets, the night was a reminder of the unpredictable excitement that UFC Fight Night cards always bring.
What’s next for Derrick Lewis? Who knows, but after tonight’s performance, there’s no doubt he’ll be looking at the top of the heavyweight division with a hungry eye.
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