Marwan Rahiki knocks out Ollie Schmidt in first round at UFC Perth

Marwan Rahiki improved his undefeated record to 9-0 with a first-round knockout victory over Ollie Schmidt at UFC Perth. This marks Rahiki's second win in the UFC, with both victories coming by stoppage. Schmidt was making his UFC debut on short notice and suffered his first promotional loss. Rahiki's striking proved too powerful for the debuting fighter. The Moroccan fighter continues to build momentum in the lightweight division with another impressive finish.