Cub Swanson, a legendary featherweight contender, received widespread acclaim on social media after delivering a spectacular knockout against Billy Quarantillo at UFC Tampa, marking his 15th UFC win and earning praise from MMA stars like Dricus du Plessis and Dustin Poirier.
Cub Swanson. A true legend in the octagon. That’s what everyone was saying on social media after his stunning knockout of Billy Quarantillo in UFC Tampa’s main event. The fight had already been a thrilling back-and-forth spectacle, but “Killer Cub” sealed the deal with a powerful 1-2 punch combo that left Quarantillo on the mat.
MMA stars couldn’t help but shower Swanson with praise. UFC middleweight champ Dricus du Plessis, lightweight sensation Dustin Poirier, and former “BMF” titleholder Jorge Masvidal all chimed in. They know greatness when they see it.
This victory marked Swanson’s 15th win in 25 UFC fights. Impressive, right? He’s no stranger to the spotlight, having also made waves in World Extreme Cagefighting. With numerous post-fight awards under his belt, another $50,000 bonus seems likely for his latest heroics.
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Vince Morales tweeted, “Cub still got it! That’s the kind of dude who gives me hope lol.” High praise from a fellow fighter.
Andre Fili also shared his thoughts: “Congrats @CubSwanson. A Dawg until the end. It was an honor to share the cage with you brother. Thanks for all the fun fights.”
And there you have it—Cub Swanson, a name that echoes through the halls of MMA history.