Flying knee - UFC/MMA
In the UFC, the flying knee is performed by loading the back leg and explosively jumping towards the opponent, launching the knee upwards towards the chin or body of the target. The power is extraordinary because it combines the body's mass in flight with the vertical speed of the knee. The flying knee is particularly effective when the opponent is advancing in a straight line or bending forward, directly entering the trajectory of the strike. The main drawback is that the fighter is completely airborne and vulnerable if the strike does not connect. Throughout UFC history, the flying knee has produced some of the most memorable and viral knockouts ever, becoming a symbol of the spectacle of mixed martial arts.
Flying knee
Jorge Masvidal executed the most famous flying knee in UFC history against Ben Askren at UFC 239, ending the fight in just five seconds with the fastest knockout in the organization's history. The strike instantly went viral worldwide.
Flying knee & Knee
The flying knee is the airborne version of the standard knee strike. While the conventional knee is executed with the feet on the ground utilizing clinch control, the flying knee involves a jump that adds the momentum of the entire body. The risk is higher, but the impact power is incomparably greater. Knee.
FAQ - Flying knee
Is Masvidal's flying knee the fastest KO in UFC history?
Yes, Jorge Masvidal's flying knee against Ben Askren at UFC 239 set the record for the fastest knockout in UFC history, with a time of just five seconds from the start of the fight.
When is the ideal moment to attempt a flying knee?
The best moment is when the opponent is advancing in a straight line, bending for a takedown, or at the beginning of the round when they are not expecting such an aggressive attack.
