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Sergio Pettis achieved a stunning knockout against Magomed Magomedov, making it a strong candidate for Knockout of the Year.

UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov, present in Magomedov’s corner, lauded Pettis for his outstanding performance.

Pettis shared with Bloody Elbow: “He just said, ‘Great job, man. Good work in the fight and tell your brother I said hello.’”

“Khabib is an amazing individual and athlete; it’s surreal to see him out of the corner.”

“I hold immense respect for him, so I was a bit starstruck, but I knew I had to go out there and uphold the Pettis legacy.”