Edson Barboza landed one of the most unusual finishes ever seen inside the octagon as he knocked out rival Shane Burgos, who somehow remained on his feet for several seconds before slumping backwards to the canvas.
Into the third round of their entertaining featherweight contest on the UFC 262 main card at the Toyota Center in Houston, Brazilian star Barboza stepped up the pace as he caught Burgos with a lightning-quick overhand right.
At first Burgos appeared to have eaten the punch as he remained on his feet, arms raised and in fighting pose.
But it soon became evident that…
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