Ludovit Klein , 25, lived up to his "Mr. Highlight" nickname with a first-round finish on hisUFC debut Saturday.- Klein was brought in at late notice but, according to a prominent ESPN MMA reporter, scored an "impressive" victory after just 76 seconds.
- After the win, Klein said competing in the UFC was a dream come true.
- Watch the finish below.
A 25-year-old fighter lived up to his "Mr. Highlight" nickname with a thunderous knockout victory on
Ludovit Klein, who had never before fought in the UFC, was brought in on late notice to take on
Klein was head-hunting with little more than one minute on the clock, throwing a kick at Young's head, which staggered the City Kickboxing Academy athlete.
Klein then launched a three punch combination with predatory instincts, led with a right uppercut, sending Young to the canvas.
Watch Klein demolish Young right here:
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The ESPN MMA reporter Brett Okamoto called it an "impressive, impressive UFC debut" on Twitter, and for Klein, it was the realization of a dream.
"It's amazing, this is my biggest dream and I am very happy that I am here in the UFC," Klein said.
"This is always my style, the high kick and demolish my opponent. I am very, very happy for everything."
Klein advanced his record to 17 wins (eight knockouts, eight submissions, and one decision) against two losses.
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