María Guadalupe Godínez González{{Cite web beats Xiong Jingnan by KO in round 1 at UFC Shanghai

María Guadalupe Godínez González knocked out Xiong Jingnan in the first round at UFC Shanghai, delivering a stunning upset in just over three minutes. The finish marked a career-defining moment for Godínez González, who overcame the experienced striker to claim victory in hostile territory.

How it ended

The end came at three minutes and six seconds of the opening frame, when Godínez González secured the knockout against the heavily favoured Xiong. The Mexican-Canadian landed the decisive blow early, denying Xiong any chance to settle into her rhythm and handing her a rare stoppage defeat.

Updated records

• Xiong Jingnan — 19-4 (11 KO)
• María Guadalupe Godínez González{{Cite web — 15-6 (2 KO)

What's next

Godínez González improves to fifteen wins and six losses, adding her second knockout victory to her record. Xiong drops to nineteen wins and four defeats, suffering her first knockout loss in a professional career that has largely been defined by championship pedigree. Both fighters now face pivotal decisions about their next moves in a crowded division.

Frequently asked questions

Who won Xiong Jingnan vs María Guadalupe Godínez González{{Cite web?

María Guadalupe Godínez González{{Cite web defeated Xiong Jingnan by KO in round 1 at UFC Shanghai.

How did Xiong Jingnan vs María Guadalupe Godínez González{{Cite web end?

The fight ended by KO in round 1 at 3:06.

What's María Guadalupe Godínez González{{Cite web's record now?

María Guadalupe Godínez González{{Cite web now stands at 15-6 (2 KO).

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