5 Most Brutal MMA Knockouts

#4 Edson Barboza vs. Terry Etim

Edson Barboza is perhaps one of the most underrated strikers in UFC history.

Barboza possesses beautiful kickboxing and seems to have shored up his defensive boxing lapses as well. Additionally, the Brazilian technician is well-known for his spinning attacks—something that served as an important tool in his rise to the top.

Barboza rose to prominence with a highlight reel KO of Terry Etim in their bout at UFC 142 back in 2012. Barboza and Etim seemed well-matched up until the former spun and stung (sic) Etim in memorable fashion.

The latter stages of their fight saw Barboza sting Etim with straight punches, which in turn served to keep the latter at bay as they discouraged him from stepping in and entering the pocket. Barboza then noticed Etim’s lack of lateral movement as well as the tendency of not moving his feet, other than to check leg kicks, in response to oncoming strikes.

Barboza then put forth a few feints and spun to land a beautiful spinning back kick, which knocked Etim out instantly. Etim was out before his body hit the ground.