Arguably the most aesthetically pleasing finish in mixed martial arts is a knockout.
Take your pick: head kick, elbow or in Dan Henderson’s case, a forearm smash to the face—all have garnered praise amongst fighters and fans alike, building the careers of many notable combatants in the sport, building their legacies for years to come.
Here, we take a look at some of the more memorable and brutally devastating knockout finishes in MMA history.