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Waldo Cortes-Acosta TKO's Derrick Lewis, Eyes Title Shot

1/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Waldo Cortes-Acosta defeated Derrick Lewis by TKO in the second round at UFC 324, with the bout stopped at 3:14.
Cortes-Acosta controlled the pace with sharp jabs and counters.
In the second round, Lewis slipped, allowing Cortes-Acosta to land a flurry of ground strikes.
The win marks Cortes-Acosta's third consecutive knockout.
He called out Curtis Blaydes for his next fight, aiming for a title shot.

History

Historical Context

UFC 100, held on July 11, 2009, in Las Vegas, marked a turning point for mixed martial arts, drawing over 10,000 fans and generating $5 million in ticket sales. This event featured a championship unification bout between Brock Lesnar and Frank Mir, showcasing the UFC's financial potential and the evolution of fighter skills. Waldo Cortes-Acosta's recent victory at UFC 324 continues this trend in combat sports.

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Story summary

Waldo Cortes-Acosta defeated Derrick Lewis by TKO in the second round at UFC 324, with the bout stopped at 3:14.
Cortes-Acosta controlled the pace with sharp jabs and counters.
In the second round, Lewis slipped, allowing Cortes-Acosta to land a flurry of ground strikes.
The win marks Cortes-Acosta's third consecutive knockout.
He called out Curtis Blaydes for his next fight, aiming for a title shot.

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