5 best knockouts in the UFC in February 2022

#2. Tai Tuivasa's KO win over Derrick Lewis at UFC 271

In the co-main event of UFC 271, two fan-favorites squared off in a heavyweight clash. UFC veteran Derrick Lewis, who was ranked No.3 going into the bout, took on Australia's Tai Tuivasa, who sat just outside the top 10 at No.11.

Both Lewis and Tuivasa are known for their knockout power and ability to put their opponents to sleep. Their bout expectedly produced fireworks.

Derrick Lewis clearly won the first round. He landed some thunderous shots on Tai Tuivasa that would've put most fighters to sleep. Surprisingly, Lewis even showed off some wrestling skills and managed to take Tuivasa down with a beautiful outside-trip.

As soon as the second round started, both fighters started exchanging heavy blows. Every time Lewis connected with a strike, Tuivasa returned the favor. 90 seconds into the second round, the heavyweight duo found themselves in a phone-booth brawl and it seemed only a matter of time before someone got knocked out.

Tuivasa's relentless pressure forced Lewis to stay along the fence. The Australian then stepped in with a powerful elbow strike, putting 'The Black Beast' to sleep.

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#1. Jamahal Hill's KO win over Johnny Walker at UFC Vegas 48

Light heavyweight contenders Jamahal Hill and Johnny Walker squared off in the main event of UFC Vegas 48. Walker was looking to return to winning ways following his loss to Thiago Santos, while Hill came into the bout eyeing a spot in the top ten of the 205 lbs rankings.

Both fighters' penchant for highlight-reel knockouts guaranteed that their bout would produce fireworks. In the opening minute of the fight, Jamahal Hill took control of the center of the octagon, forcing Johnny Walker to stay on the backfoot. Walker was evading most of Hill's attacks and even landed a few decent combinations of his own.

Hill then switched his stance and landed a powerful overhand right, sending Walker crashing to the canvas. 'Sweet Dreams' landed a few follow-up shots before the referee called a halt to the action at 2:55 of the first round.

With his win over Walker, Hill broke into the top ten of the light heavyweight division. He advanced his professional record to 10-1 with the KO victory and will be looking to move further up the rankings later this year.

Meanwhile, Walker picked up the fourth loss of his UFC career following his defeat to Hill. He is now 4-4 in the promotion and will need to make some significant adjustments to his game if he is to fulfill his title aspirations at 205 lbs.