Joaquin Buckley
21-7-0
Welterweight
About
Explosive welterweight knockout artist who authored one of the greatest KOs in MMA history and never stopped chasing violence.
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Joaquin Buckley became an overnight sensation when his spinning-back-kick knockout of Impa Kasanganay won global Knockout of the Year honors and racked up tens of millions of views. But he proved he was more than a one-hit highlight, moving up to welterweight and going on a serious run.
He knocked off ranked names and former title challenger Colby Covington to push toward the top of the division, fighting with explosive power and creative flair every time out. A tough 2025-2026 stretch against the elite, including former champ Kamaru Usman, slowed his climb but didn't dim his appeal.
For a newcomer, Buckley is appointment viewing: a confident, dynamic striker who can end any fight with one spectacular shot, and who already owns a place in the sport's knockout history.
Why fans love Buckley
Spectacular finishing power, creative striking, and the swagger of a man who's produced one of the sport's all-time knockouts.
