Cub Swanson delivered a classic performance in his swansong bout against Nate Landwehr at UFC 327, securing a memorable knockout victory.
From the outset, Swanson dominated Landwehr, landing precise strikes and executing a takedown that placed him second in featherweight history for takedowns. However, it was his striking that ultimately sealed the win. A perfectly timed right hand sent Landwehr to the canvas.
As Landwehr attempted to recover, Swanson landed another decisive blow, effectively knocking him out. Referee Herb Dean stepped in to halt the fight in the first round.
Official Result: Cub Swanson defeated Nate Landwehr by KO (strikes) at 4:06 of Round 1.
With this victory, Swanson concludes his illustrious career with an overall record of 31 wins and 14 losses, 16 of which were achieved in the UFC.
The knockout win provided a spectacular and fitting conclusion to Cub Swanson’s career in the Octagon.