MMA star Miguel Sanson delivered one of the most entertaining finishes in recent memory, channeling WWE legend Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson by executing the iconic People’s Elbow to secure a second-round TKO victory.
The electrifying moment occurred during APFC 16, where Sanson, after dominating much of the action, decided to add some theatrical flair to his performance. With his opponent already on the canvas and clearly compromised, Sanson paused, played to the crowd, and delivered the signature move made famous in professional wrestling rings around the world.
Social media erupted immediately following the theatrical finish. “That deserves a bonus,” wrote one user on Twitter, while another commented, “Loaded it up too. Respect,” acknowledging Sanson’s commitment to the theatrical element of the move.
The referee’s decision to allow the fight to continue until that point also drew attention, with one spectator noting that the official gave “the dude on bottom like 40 chances to come back from the dead.” Another fan more dramatically assessed, “I think he killed that guy.”
Despite the showmanship at the end, the victory appears to be part of Sanson’s comeback journey. According to social media comments, Sanson previously lost to fighter An Tuan Ho, making this win potentially significant for his career trajectory.
The entertaining finish will likely become one of those viral MMA moments that transcends the sport, similar to Jorge Masvidal’s flying knee or Israel Adesanya’s elaborate entrances. It’s a reminder that in combat sports, athletic ability and entertainment value often go hand in hand.
For Sanson, the victory not only improves his professional record but also substantially raises his profile in the MMA world. Whether the People’s Elbow becomes his signature move remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: fans will be watching his next bout with heightened interest to see what he might pull off next.
