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UFC 332 sees record 9 first-round knockouts, 11 total finishes

UFC 332 shatters knockout records while sparking debate over women's MMA's next step

By · Published October 4, 2026  17:42 UTC · Updated October 4, 2026  17:42 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: UFC 332 shatters knockout records while sparking debate over women's MMA's next step
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UFC 332 set a new UFC record with nine first‑round knockouts and a total of eleven finishes, as ESPN reported. The event took place in Salt Lake City and featured a headline bout between Natalia Silva and Wang Cong. In the same timeframe, Dana White responded to critics, portraying the night as a validation of the promotion’s emphasis on knockouts and underscoring Silva’s performance, according to USA Today.

Bleacher Report called the event the most first‑round knockout night in UFC history and assembled top highlights from the card. CBS Sports posted the full Salt Lake City results, spelling out winners and method of victory across the lineup, and gave particular attention to the Silva‑Wang bout. Yahoo Sports released a complete post‑fight interview with White, then followed with an analysis contending that the Silva‑Wang fight failed to deliver the breakthrough women’s MMA urgently needs.

Yahoo Sports’ critique stands in contrast to White’s defense, producing a split narrative on whether the night advances the profile of women’s MMA. The event’s historic finish tally is now part of the official record, while the debate over its long‑term significance continues.

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How many first‑round knockouts were recorded at UFC 332?

Nine first‑round knockouts were recorded, as reported by ESPN.

Who headlined the main event at UFC 332?

The headline bout featured Natalia Silva versus Wang Cong, noted by CBS Sports and USA Today.

What differing perspectives emerged about the Silva‑Wang fight?

Dana White defended the night as a knockout showcase, while Yahoo Sports argued the Silva‑Wang bout did not provide the needed boost for women’s MMA.

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