UFC Fight Night results: Nassourdine Imavov controversial stoppage Jared Cannonier highlights

Imavov's controversial win over Cannonier at UFC Fight Night sparks debate over potential early stoppage, overshadowing his impressive victory.

Nassourdine Imavov achieved a career-defining victory in a controversial manner at UFC Fight Night. Despite his impressive fourth-round technical knockout of Jared Cannonier, the win was marred by a perceived early stoppage.

In a stunning turn of events, Imavov handed Cannonier his first stoppage loss in 10 middleweight fights. However, the victory was overshadowed by the circumstances of the finish. Imavov landed a devastating one-two combination that rocked Cannonier, prompting a flurry of strikes from the French fighter. Referee Jason Herzog decided to intervene, ending the fight and sparking debate among fans and analysts.

During his post-fight interview, Imavov expressed his readiness to continue the fight, emphasizing the referee's role in making such crucial decisions. Despite the controversy, Imavov's victory solidified his undefeated streak in three consecutive fights and is expected to propel him to a higher ranking in the UFC's middleweight division.

Looking ahead, Imavov has his sights set on the ultimate prize – the UFC championship. He expressed a desire to face Sean Strickland in a rematch in Paris, aiming to avenge a previous loss to the former champion. With plans to return to action at UFC Fight Night in his hometown of Paris, Imavov remains determined to climb the ranks and achieve his ultimate goal of capturing the middleweight title.

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