Steve Garcia Dominates David Onama With Explosive First-Round TKO
What a night it was at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas! The spotlight was firmly on Steve Garcia as he headlined UFC Fight Night against David Onama — and let’s just say, he made the most of that moment. Garcia came out like a man on a mission and delivered an absolutely dominant performance, stopping Onama in the very first round.
From the opening bell, Garcia looked calm, composed, and in total control. You could see he wasn’t rushing anything — just moving forward steadily, applying pressure, and finding his range. Every small strike he landed seemed to serve a purpose, breaking down Onama bit by bit. Then came the turning point — a perfectly timed left hand that staggered Onama. And from there, “Mean Machine” went into full attack mode. Garcia unleashed a relentless barrage of punches that left referee Herb Dean with no choice but to step in and stop the fight at 3:34 of Round 1.
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That finish made it seven straight victories for Garcia, marking his first main event appearance in spectacular fashion. It’s hard not to admire his composure — this wasn’t a wild brawl, but a display of calculated aggression. Coming off a fight where he was disappointed to go the distance with Calvin Kattar, Garcia clearly wanted to prove he could still end things early, and he did just that.
What makes this win even more impressive is how Garcia’s evolution as a fighter was on full display. His timing, precision, and patience have all come together perfectly, showing that he’s not just a dangerous striker but also a disciplined tactician. He’s now firmly established himself as one of the most exciting and rapidly rising contenders in the featherweight division.
The rest of the main card kept fans entertained, too. Waldo Cortes Acosta scored a wild first-round TKO against Ante Delija in the co-main event, a bout that even included a brief pause due to an eye poke before Acosta sealed the deal with a massive right hand. Jeremiah Wells edged out Themba Gorimbo in a gritty three-round decision, while Yadier del Valle and Charles Radtke both picked up impressive submission wins. Allan Nascimento also added another highlight, submitting Cody Durden with a slick anaconda choke in Round 2.
But when the dust settled, it was Steve Garcia who stood out above the rest — seven wins in a row, a first-round finish, and a statement made loud and clear. The featherweight division has officially been put on notice.
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