King Green’s Last‑Second Knockout at UFC 329

Green’s Comeback Clinches UFC 329 Win

King Green turned a looming defeat into a spectacular knockout at UFC 329, staged at Las Vegas’s T‑Mobile Arena. The 39‑year‑old lightweight landed a series of body shots and a flurry of right hands just one second before the final bell, forcing Terrance McKinney’s corner to stop the contest. Green, who is 36‑17‑1 with one no‑contest on his record, had been bloodied and nearly finished after McKinney’s relentless punching. He escaped a mount and a submission attempt, returned to the standing position, and executed the final assault that ended the night.

Round‑by‑Round Battle and Key Moments

The fight opened with McKinney dominating, cutting Green and threatening a finish on the ground. Despite the damage, Green scrambled free from a submission and stayed upright. Mid‑round the veteran began to call McKinney a “one‑minute b****” on the microphone, showing his defiant spirit. A crucial body shot jolted the opponent, followed by a cascade of rights that forced the referee to intervene. The knockout arrived just before the bell, sealing an improbable comeback.

Future Prospects and Late‑Career Surge

Green’s victory extended his current win streak to four consecutive fights, adding to earlier triumphs over Lance Gibson, Daniel Zellhuber and Jeremy Stephens. After the fight he declared he felt great and set his sights on competing at the UFC 331 card in the Intuit Dome, targeting a September showdown in Los Angeles. He expressed confidence that he could stay active throughout the rest of the year. At nearly 40, the late‑career resurgence showcases his durability and competitive drive.

Other UFC 329 Highlights

• Robert Whittaker delivered a jaw‑breaking knockout of Nikita Krylov in his light‑heavyweight debut.
• Gable Steveson opened his UFC career with a first‑round knockout victory.
• Adrian Yanez secured a finish over former champion Cody Garbrandt.