Salahdine Parnasse secures dominant UFC debut with knockout

Salahdine Parnasse made a highly successful debut in the UFC during a Fight Night event held at the Accor Arena in Paris. Serving as the main event, the former KSW double champion faced veteran Dan Hooker.

Parnasse secured a spectacular first-round knockout victory, defeating the New Zealander with a precise body kick followed by a barrage of strikes. The win has immediately placed Parnasse in the UFC's media Top 10 rankings.

Following his performance, Parnasse expressed interest in facing elite competition, specifically naming Max Holloway as a desired opponent. He also addressed previous discussions regarding a potential matchup with Mateusz Gamrot, suggesting he prefers to target top-tier fighters for his next bout.