At FFC86, In a stunning finish at FFC 86, Riran “Taz” Zenidim’s attempt at a triangle submission was dramatically thwarted by Rocky “El Pequeño” Saboya with not one, but two powerful slam knockouts.
The action started with Zenidim locking in the triangle, but Saboya refused to tap out. Instead, he hoisted Zenidim up and slammed him hard to the ground. This initial slam appeared to hurt Zenidim, but he managed to maintain the submission hold.
However, Saboya was undeterred. He lifted Zenidim up once more and delivered an even more impactful slam, this time sending Zenidim crashing to the canvas in a knockout blow. Saboya followed up with some ground strikes before the referee intervened to stop the action.
The incredible sequence of events left onlookers in awe. MMA veteran Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, known for his own highlight reel slams, commented, “It’s rare to see it from the lighter weight classes! Props on his KO!”
This double slam KO has quickly gone viral, showcasing the sheer power and determination of Saboya to escape the submission and earn the spectacular finish. It’s a testament to the unpredictable nature of MMA, where anything can happen in the blink of an eye.
