DWCS 95 video: Mateus Soares scores 63-second KO in UFC audition
Mateus Soares needed just over a minutes to drop and stop Ryuho Miyaguchi at DWCS 95.
Mateus Soares, a 22-year-old UFC prospect, showcased his powerful fists during a fight at Dana White's Contender Series 95. The bantamweight bout took place Tuesday at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, resulting in Soares knocking out Ryuho Miyaguchi in just 63 seconds of Round 1. The knockout was delivered with a strong right hand, followed by additional punches, prompting the referee to stop the fight.
Soares' performance has generated interest from UFC officials, who may consider him for a contract at 135 pounds. Following the fight, Soares expressed his excitement, stating that he had dreamed of this moment since he was seven years old. He aims to continue his impressive knockout streak against top fighters in the sport.
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