LAS VEGAS -- Yair Rodriguez has long looked like a solid prospect, a youngster with the potential to break through the clutter in the crowded featherweight division.
Saturday, the pride of Chihuahua, Mexico left no doubt. The former TUF Latin America winner scored his biggest career win with a Knockout of the Year contender of a finish.
A jumping switch kick to the head sent Andre Fili crashing to the mat, giving Rodriguez the win at 2:15 of the second round of their UFC 197 lightweight fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.