UFC 239: Jorge Masvidal Destroys Ben Askren In Record-Breaking Time

Jorge Masvidal recorded the fastest knockout in UFC history at the expense of Ben Askren Saturday at UFC 239.

Masvidal delivered a flying knee just as Askren was preparing for a takedown attempt, finishing the welterweight contest in five seconds.

And just like that, it’s over! @GamebredFighter recorded the fastest knockout in @ufc history in a huge win over @Benaskren. #UFC239 https://t.co/JDM1D3PaoS

— Twitter Moments (@TwitterMoments) July 7, 2019

Masvidal and Askren had plenty of build-up before the fight, going back-and-forth for weeks with one another.

After connecting, Masvidal continued that war, getting in the final words to a grounded Askren.

OH MY GOD MASVIDAL STARCHES ASKREN IN 5 SECONDS!!!#UFC239 pic.twitter.com/8oWeqSIBhW

— UFC (@ufc) July 7, 2019