VIDEO: Watch Sergei Pavlovich's knockout of Tallison Xicão at UFC Macau

Sergei Pavlovich This showed Tallison Xicão that 'there are levels' in the UFC. The Brazilian, who was trying to reach the third position in the heavyweight rankings, ended up being knocked out in just 39 seconds of the fight. The fight was on the main card of... UFC Macau, an event held this Saturday (30), in China.

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Tallison Xicão is brutally knocked out by Sergei Pavlovich at UFC Macau.

As soon as the fight began, Pavlovich didn't want to take any risks. He closed the distance, and in the first exchange of blows, Xicão felt it. The Russian took advantage of the moment, combining right and left until Tallison went to the ground. With several punches to the side of the head, the referee stopped the fight and declared a technical knockout.

Pavlovich defeats Xicão by knockout. Photo: Reproduction / UFC

But if you missed the fight between Tallison Xicão and Sergei Pavlovich, watch the best moments, including the knockout, in the player below:

VIDEO: Pavlovich Tallison Xicão knocked out at UFC Macau

Xicão didn't lose, he was run over. Today it wasn't "down to the details." It was a difference in level. The difference in level was glaringly obvious against Pavlovich.

Now it's time to endure the (and harsh) teasing, listen to the criticism, and come back better. A nasty defeat. pic.twitter.com/IAKs6gdnDS

— Igor Ribeiro (@igorribeiromma) May 30, 2026