Salahdine Parnasse arrived in full force at the UFC. After putting on a show at Netflix's first MMA event in May, the Frenchman impressed against Dan Hooker in the main event of UFC Paris , held this Saturday (5). In his debut, the talented fighter gave the veteran no chance and confirmed his favoritism with flying colors, winning by knockout in the first round.
With his resounding UFC debut, Parnasse is already showing he's a serious threat to the top lightweights (up to 70,3 kg). Confident, the 'Kylian Mbappé of MMA', who is expected to take over the New Zealander's 12th place in the rankings, guaranteed he's ready to face a top-5 opponent and mentioned Max Holloway as his dream fight. It's worth noting that, before working for Netflix and his new UFC home, the Frenchman made his mark in KSW, becoming champion in both the featherweight (up to 65,8 kg) and lightweight divisions.
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Differentiated
At the start of the fight, Hooker was more aggressive, relying on low kicks. Fighting at home, Parnasse was cautious, but also attacked with low and high kicks. Gradually, Parnasse gained confidence and startled Hooker with his precise and fast punches.
Then Parnasse stunned Hooker with a kick to the midsection. Seeing Hooker in a precarious situation, Parnasse delivered another high kick and a powerful punch, causing him to fall instantly.
Salahdine Parnasse (left) defeats Dan Hooker (right) at UFC Paris . Photo: Reproduction / UFC
It all went wrong!
In the co-main event of UFC Paris , Axel Sola was lethal. Calm and composed, the Frenchman was not intimidated by the size and skill of his compatriot Fares Ziam and delivered a brutal knockout in the first round.
Ziam tried to assert himself early on, but Sola waited for the right moment to respond. When he attacked, the athlete sealed the fight. Axel feigned a takedown attempt and, at the same time, landed a powerful punch on Fares, who fell immediately and in terrible condition.
Salahdine Parnasse (left) defeats Dan Hooker (right) at UFC Paris . Photo: Reproduction / UFC
Now, Sola, who debuted in the UFC in 2026, has two wins in three fights. In good form, the Frenchman shows he has the potential to break into the top 15 of the lightweight division.
Watch Sola's knockout at UFC Paris.
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Axel Sola with the MASSIVE knockout in the co-main!
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UFC Paris results
MAIN CARD
Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Salahdine Parnasse defeated Dan Hooker by knockout (kicks and punches) at 2:35 of round 1.
Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Axel Sola defeated Fares Ziam by knockout (left overhand) at 1:40 of round 1.
Middleweight (up to 83,9 kg): Michael Page defeated Nursulton Ruziboev by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg): Daniil Donchenko defeated Punahele Soriano by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Kurtis Campbell defeated Trevor Peek by submission (rear-naked choke) at 3:6 of round 3.
Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Losene Keita defeated Muhammad Naimov by knockout (right straight) at 2:54 of round 1.
PRELIMINARY CARD
Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Felipe Lima defeated Morgan Charriere by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28).
Heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg): Mario Pinto defeated Ryan Spann by technical knockout (punches) at 0:55 of round 2.
Light heavyweight (up to 92,9 kg): Modestas Bukauskas defeated Oumar Sy by technical knockout (knee and punches) at 3:57 of round 3.
Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Pavel Andrusca defeated Nathaniel Wood by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Fabia Sintes defeated Michael Aljarouj by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-27)
Women's bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Nora Cornolle defeated Klaudia Sygula by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Middleweight (up to 83,9 kg): Matthieu Duclos defeated Luis Felipe Dias by knockout (left cross) at 4:35 of round 1.
Women's strawweight (up to 52,1 kg): Delphine Benouaich defeated Sofia Montenegro by submission (rear-naked choke) at 4:22 of round 2.
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