The main event at UFC Vegas 25 saw Jiri Prochazka take on former UFC title challenger, Dominick Reyes. ‘Denisa’ made his UFC debut against Volkan Oezdemir at UFC 251 last July. He followed up his sensational debut in style as it took him a little under six minutes to destroy ‘The Devastator’.
Prochazka, who was a former Rizin light heavyweight champion, was signed to the UFC shortly after defending his belt for the first time against C. Dollaway. Given his accomplishments, there was a lot of hype surrounding Prochazka. However, after his first two fights in the UFC, it is safe to say that the hype is justified.
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Twitter reacts as Jiri Prochazka secured the third spinning elbow knockout in UFC history
‘The Black Beast’ reckons Jiri Prochazka is a real threat at 205-pounds.
Damn good luck to you guys at 205 Prochazka sheesh @ufc
— Derrick Lewis (@Thebeast_ufc) May 2, 2021
Adrian Yanez summed up the main event perfectly.
Bro!!! That was nuts!!! #UFCVegas25
— Adrian Yanez (@yanezmma) May 2, 2021
It is safe to say that ‘Denisa’ made a statement with his performance tonight.
Good lord. Jiri Prochazka has ARRIVED. That was a violent end to a violent fight. #UFCVegas25
— Mike Bohn (@MikeBohnMMA) May 2, 2021
Welterweight champion Kamaru Usman shared his thoughts on the fight tonight.
Damnnnn that was madness 👊🏿🤯 #UFCVegas25
— KAMARU USMAN (@USMAN84kg) May 2, 2021
Former light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier did not hold back in his praise for Jiri Prochazka.
This dude Prochazka is like a avalanche going downhill. He just blitzes these dudes. He uses his cardio as a weapon , has a fantastic chin and great finishing instincts. I’m very excited about this dude!
— Daniel Cormier (@dc_mma) May 2, 2021
Casey O’Neill summed up her thoughts on the main event at UFC Vegas 25.
Jesus Christ 🙄 scary ! #UFCVegas25
— Casey Oneill (@kingcaseymma) May 2, 2021
Alan Jouban reacted to only the third spinning elbow knockout in UFC history.
My word!!!!!! Brutal!! #UFCVegas25
— Alan Jouban (@AlanJouban) May 2, 2021
Mallory Martin shared her thoughts on the fight.
What a finish wow!!!! 😯 #UFCVegas25
— Mallory Martin (@MalloryyMartin) May 2, 2021
Tanner Boser praised the reaction time on Prochazka.
The reaction time on Prochazka is absolutely incredible. What a performance! Wild fight. #UFCVegas25
— Tanner Boser (@BulldozerBoser) May 2, 2021
Kevin Holland was unapologetically himself in his Twitter reaction.
Ok I know what my next hairstyle plan is. #UFCVegas25
— Kevin Holland (@Trailblaze2top) May 2, 2021
Jiri Prochazka will most definitely secure a ’50k’ bonus after that fight.
Dude was on a mission !
— Dan “50k” Ige (@Dynamitedan808) May 2, 2021
Brad Tavares reckons Jiri Prochazka is a true contender for the belt at 205-pounds.
That dude legit! True contender for the 205 belt.
— Brad Tavares (@BradTavares) May 2, 2021
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A spinning elbow is seldom more perfectly executed than what Prochazka threw tonight.
THIS SHOT 😲 @Jiri_BJP is a BAD MAN. #UFCVegas25 pic.twitter.com/JhQVaBgyoq
— UFC (@ufc) May 2, 2021
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After a performance like that, it is undeniable that Prochazka is a force to be reckoned with at 205-pounds. In just his second fight in the UFC, he has cemented himself as a top prospect. It is unlikely that he will get a title shot in his next fight. However, he will surely fight a top contender in his third Octagon appearance.
Who do you want Jiri Prochazka to face next? Let us know in the comments below!
