Overview

• Lewis knocked out Tallison Teixeira in 35 seconds at UFC Nashville to extend his all-time UFC record to 16 career knockouts
• He revealed President Trump congratulated him in a “highly classified” call that involved “something about terrorists” and concerns over FBI scrutiny
• Lewis warned that if the UFC delays his next fight he will again call on presidential influence to secure a heavyweight championship bout
• Entering as a two-to-one underdog, his swift victory highlights his resurgence in a division reshaped by Jon Jones’s retirement
• With interim champion Tom Aspinall now in place, Lewis is pushing for a quick turnaround to capitalize on his renewed contender status