Overview
- Orolbai ended the bout at 2:46 of Round 1 with a right hand that landed behind Hermansson’s ear and left him unconscious before he hit the canvas.
- The fight took place at the ABHA Arena in Doha on the UFC Qatar card, which was broadcast live on ESPN+.
- Hermansson, a longtime middleweight, was making his first cut to 170 pounds, while Orolbai had moved up after struggles making lightweight.
- The victory lifts Orolbai’s UFC mark to 4-1 and a two-fight win streak as Hermansson absorbs a second consecutive knockout loss to fall to 1-3 in his past four.
- Known more for grappling and pressure, Orolbai backed Hermansson to the fence, found his range on the feet, and declared himself a future champion in his post-fight remarks.