Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev defeated Julius Walker by knockout via right hand at the eight-second mark of round one at UFC Baku. The result stands as one of the quickest finishes in UFC history.
Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev delivered one of the fastest finishes in UFC history on June 27, 2026, stopping Julius Walker with a single right hand just eight seconds into the opening round at UFC Baku.
Yakhyaev, known as "Hunter," improved to a perfect 10-0 with the emphatic result. The 25-year-old Orthodox striker has built his unbeaten record on relentless pressure, landing an extraordinary 7.4 significant strikes per minute at a 67 percent accuracy rate. He also attempts 11.49 takedowns and 7.7 submissions per 15 minutes, making him a threat across all phases. Standing six-foot-two with a 78-inch reach, he entered the night with nothing but finishes on his resume and added another in spectacular fashion.
Walker, the 26-year-old American nicknamed "Juice Box," came in at 7-3 and carried genuine credentials of his own. Fighting out of Team Fusion, the six-foot-four orthodox fighter posts 3.73 significant strikes per minute at 53 percent accuracy and averages 4.09 takedowns per 15 minutes. His 78-inch reach matched Yakhyaev's, but he never had a chance to use any of his tools before the night was over.
Why it matters
- An eight-second knockout places Yakhyaev among the most explosive finishers in UFC history and will almost certainly force a major rankings jump.
- Walker, despite the devastating loss, is just 26 years old with a 7-3 record and physical tools that keep him relevant in the division.
- Yakhyaev's combination of elite striking accuracy, high takedown volume, and submission threat makes him a uniquely difficult stylistic puzzle for any future opponent.
