Daniil Donchenko flatlines UFC newcomer with head kick TKO at UFC Baku

Daniil Donchenko stopped UFC newcomer Theodor Berggren with a second-round head kick Saturday at UFC Baku, according to MMA Mania.

Berggren, a short-notice replacement, weathered early exchanges and held his own against the 24-year-old welterweight through the first frame. The tide turned midway through round two when Donchenko connected with a head kick that sent Berggren to the canvas. Donchenko swarmed along the cage, landed a series of right hands that brought Berggren back to his feet, then dropped him again for the finish.

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Donchenko's momentum builds after second UFC win

The stoppage gives Donchenko his second UFC win following a decision over veteran Alex Morono. Both victories have come since the Russian welterweight emerged from The Ultimate Fighter, and the back-to-back performances have him pushing toward the division's top 15.

Berggren's octagon debut ends in a loss, though he showed resilience before the knockout sequence. Donchenko now carries a two-fight streak into the second half of 2026.

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UFC Baku took place Saturday at the National Gymnastics Arena in Baku, Azerbaijan, and streamed live on Paramount Plus.

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