Whoever coined the misconception that lighter fighters can’t knock anyone out, they forgot to mention it to UFC bantamweight Francisco Rivera. In 12 professional bouts, the Southern California native has dropped and stopped six of his opponents. First, that’s not a misprint. Second, it’s not done with flashy flying or spinning techniques; Rivera is clubbing opponents with blunt force punches like a heavyweight. “Cisco” believes this preternatural talent of putting his fellow 135-pounders to sleep revolves around a God-given ability being used with skillful precision. “Some of it is technique, … Read the Full Article Here
Francisco Rivera: Don’t Blink
Whoever coined the misconception that lighter fighters can’t knock anyone out, they forgot to mention it to UFC bantamweight Francisco Rivera. In 12 professional bouts, the Southern California native has dropped and stopped six of his opponents. First, that’s not a misprint. Second, it’s not done with flashy flying or spinning techniques; Rivera is clubbing opponents with blunt force punches like a heavyweight. “Cisco” believes this preternatural talent of putting his fellow 135-pounders to sleep revolves around a God-given ability being used with skillful precision. “Some of it is technique, … Read the Full Article Here