Karl Amoussou Throws His Name in the Hat for Submission of the Year

This weekend, it was all about UFC 149, but for those hardcore fans who put aside time to watch Bellator 72 this weekend, they were treated to a possible Submission of the Year.In the main event of Bellator 72, Karl Amoussou faced Bryan Baker in the we…

This weekend, it was all about UFC 149, but for those hardcore fans who put aside time to watch Bellator 72 this weekend, they were treated to a possible Submission of the Year.

In the main event of Bellator 72, Karl Amoussou faced Bryan Baker in the welterweight tournament final. Many figured this fight would be a striking battle, but not long into the first round, Karl Amoussou wowed fans.

After catching a Baker kick and tripping the American, Amoussou jumped on Baker and rolled into a beautiful inverted heel hook. The tap came almost immediately, as the move was flawless.

With the win, Amoussou not only earned a title bout against champion Ben Askren, but provided a highlight-reel finish that will be viewed for years to come.

The Submission of the Year honor definitely doesn’t hurt, either, should the Frenchman end up receiving it.

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