Overview
- Abdul‑Rakhman Yakhyaev knocked out Julius Walker with a single right hand and follow‑up ground strikes eight seconds into their fight on Saturday, June 27, improving his record to 10‑0 and his UFC mark to 3‑0.
- Referee Jim Perdios waved the fight off after Walker remained dazed from the overhand right and subsequent ground punches, an ending captured and widely replayed by broadcast partners and social platforms.
- Media and commentators say the finish ranks among the fastest in UFC and light‑heavyweight history and will likely push Yakhyaev toward a top‑15 debut and quicker matches with ranked opponents.
- The Baku prelims produced multiple other decisive results, including Nursulton Ruziboev’s first‑round submission and Farman Hasanov’s reported single‑round takedown record, sharpening bonus and matchmaking conversations for the card.
- Coverage differs slightly on the finish’s exact historical placement but agrees the knockout is a major momentum shift for Yakhyaev, while Walker said he will step away to recover and reassess after the loss.