Melquizael Costa, the Brazilian fighter nicknamed “The Dalmatian,” stunned the crowd at UFC Houston with a spinning back kick that knocked out Dan Ige in the first round. The move, executed at 2:13 of round one, earned Costa a perfect 10 on the judges’ scorecards and a highlight reel moment.
The victory adds a dramatic highlight to Costa’s rising career and cements his reputation as a dangerous striker in the lightweight division.