UFC 332 features multiple knockouts with Natalia Silva crowned champion
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Last updated Oct 4, 2026
UFC 332 showcased several first-round knockouts, totaling 11 throughout the event. Payton Talbott delivered a notable performance, knocking out former champion Deiveson Figueiredo in the first round, after a unanimous decision win over Henry Cejudo in his previous fight. Natalia Silva faced Wang Cong for the women's bantamweight title, marking a significant moment as Valentina Shevchenko was absent due to injury. Talbott expressed a desire to face Sean O'Malley next as he moves up in the bantamweight rankings.
- •UFC 332 held 11 knockouts, including nine in the first round.
- •Payton Talbott knocked out Deiveson Figueiredo in the first round.
- •Natalia Silva won the women's bantamweight title against Wang Cong.
- •Valentina Shevchenko missed the event due to an injury.
- •Talbott is aiming for a matchup with Sean O'Malley next.
- 4:59 AMYahoo Sports — UFC 332 takeaways: Natalia Silva won, but it'll take more than that to be seen as the true UFC champ
- 4:10 AMYahoo Sports — UFC 332 takeaways as Natalia Silva championship, KO barrage highlight night
- 3:37 AMCBS Sports — UFC 332 results, takeaways: Natalia Silva gets signature moment, major prospects take next step
"Five biggest takeaways from UFC 332 in Salt Lake City, an event that saw a record 11 knockouts and a new UFC champion crowned.
"Silva penned a great next chapter while fighters like Jacobe Smith and Anthony Wint progressed in their development
"UFC 332 delivered nine first-round knockouts and several major takeaways for the sport's future.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 4:59 AMUFC 332 takeaways: Natalia Silva won, but it'll take more than that to be seen as the true UFC champ
Five biggest takeaways from UFC 332 in Salt Lake City, an event that saw a record 11 knockouts and a new UFC champion crowned.
- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 4:10 AMUFC 332 takeaways as Natalia Silva championship, KO barrage highlight night
UFC 332 delivered nine first-round knockouts and several major takeaways for the sport's future.
- CBS SportsOct 4, 2026, 3:37 AMUFC 332 results, takeaways: Natalia Silva gets signature moment, major prospects take next step
Silva penned a great next chapter while fighters like Jacobe Smith and Anthony Wint progressed in their development
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