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UFC Shanghai video: Julia Polastri flattens Xiong Jingnan with brutal head-kick knockout

A UFC Shanghai fight ends in a brutal knockout, leaving a former ONE Championship star unconscious.

By · Published August 29, 2026 at 13:27 UTC · Updated August 29, 2026 at 14:24 UTC

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What happened

Julia Polastri's head kick KO of Xiong Jingnan is the talk of the sports world. The fight, which took place at UFC Shanghai, was over in one round. The knockout was so brutal that it has drawn comparisons to some of the most memorable knockouts in UFC history. The fight was a major upset, as Xiong Jingnan was a former ONE Championship star and was expected to put up a strong challenge.

Polastri, on the other hand, was looking to rediscover herself after a series of lackluster performances. The knockout was so impressive that it has drawn praise from fans and analysts alike. The fight was not without controversy, however. Some fans and analysts have questioned the stoppage, arguing that Xiong Jingnan was not out cold and could have continued.

The referee's decision to stop the fight has been a topic of debate, with some arguing that it was too early and others arguing that it was the right call. The UFC has not yet commented on the controversy.

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Questions people are asking

Who won the fight between Julia Polastri and Xiong Jingnan?

Julia Polastri won the fight in the first round via head-kick knockout.

What was the reaction to the knockout?

The knockout has drawn praise from fans and analysts, but has also sparked debate over the referee's stoppage.

What is the background of the fighters?

Xiong Jingnan is a former ONE Championship star, while Polastri was looking to rediscover herself after a series of lackluster performances.

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UFC Shanghai Julia Polastri Xiong Jingnan MMA Knockout ONE Championship

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