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Dana White really wasn't happy about Islam Makhachev turning down January, and now we've got Michael Morales vs. Carlos Prates for an interim belt.

Whether you agree with needing an interim belt or not, five rounds of Michael Morales vs. Carlos Prates with gold on the line is going to be absolute chaos. 🔥

8 years ago today

November 10, 2018 🥋

Yair Rodríguez and Korean Zombie were seconds from the final bell after an incredible five-round war. With Jung charging forward, Yair ducked and threw an upward reverse elbow. It landed at 4:59 of Round 5 — one of the craziest KOs ever.

Five rounds of chaos came down to the final second, and Rodríguez’s 4:59 reverse elbow made the ending almost impossible to believe even after seeing the replay.

What made the event memorable was the combination of preparation, pressure and timing. The result came from more than one exchange; it reflected the decisions made before and during the contest.

Its lasting importance comes from the way it fit into the wider career story. For the athletes involved, it affected momentum and reputation, while for fans it became a snapshot of an era in combat sports.

🕵️ Guess the fighter:

Beat Conor McGregor at UFC 229 • Retired undefeated at 29-0

Did you watch Black Adam?

If yes, did you like it?

The Rock tells Kevin Hart why it got cancelled?

Do you relly believe this was the reason?

Carlos Prates KO'd Leon Edwards so bad he made him fly.

And nobody has seen Edwards since.

What is next for him now?