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Watch: Saki makes impressive debut with 1-punch knockout of Da Silva

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Gokhan Saki has arrived.

The highly anticipated debut of the former kickboxing champion was an absolute success at UFC Fight Night 117. The "Turkish Tyson" landed a high number of heavy shots on Henrique da Silva in the first round before appearing to get fatigued in the last 90 seconds of the frame.

Da Silva forced Saki back to the cage in the final 45 seconds, appearing to gain control before the converted kickboxer reached out and tagged the Brazilian's chin, ending his first UFC fight in dramatic fashion.

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