Zhang Mingyang has turned early stoppages into the defining feature of his mixed martial arts career. Of his 19 professional victories, 13 have come by knockout and all 18 of his wins across major promotions ended inside the opening round. That statistic grabbed the attention of UFC matchmakers and fans alike, and it has shaped the 26-year-old’s approach from his first bouts in the Chinese regional scene to his latest showings under the UFC banner.
Zhang Mingyang Knockouts
Mingyang made his professional debut in late 2014 at age 16. His breakthrough came on June 9, 2022, when he faced George Tokkos on Road to UFC Season 1.