A powerful striker has drawn comparisons to UFC star Sean O`Malley following another impressive knockout victory that keeps his professional record perfect.
Before the upcoming UFC 315 event in Montreal, the LFA 208 show on May 9th in Santa Cruz, California, delivered several memorable moments.
Highlights included fighter Aline David producing a stunning front kick knockout just 12 seconds into her bout, reminiscent of Anderson Silva`s legendary finish. Heavyweight prospect Josh Hokit, slated to compete on Dana White’s Contender Series later this year, also generated buzz with a controversial post-fight interview.
However, a particularly eye-catching performance came from a strikingly tall competitor in the welterweight division. This fighter reportedly earned his shot in LFA partly through sparring sessions with one of the UFC`s top heavyweights.
Fans Astonished by Luis Francischinelli`s Dominant Performance at LFA 208
Standing an extraordinary 6`6″ for the 170-pound welterweight class, Brazil`s Luis Francischinelli was always likely to attract attention from promotions. But his ability to back up his unique frame once the cage door closes has truly impressed.
Since joining LFA in June 2023, Francischinelli has secured five consecutive first-round finishes, making his fights must-watch events.
At LFA 208, he quickly dispatched Angelo Rivera Jr. within two minutes, using his massive reach advantage to control the distance and land strikes effectively until securing the stoppage.
In a pre-fight interview, Francischinelli shared that his height was the reason he ended up sparring for three rounds with UFC heavyweight contender Alexander Volkov.
His performance during these sessions reportedly impressed key individuals, leading to the former kickboxer being introduced to LFA president Ed Soares.
Following his latest highlight-reel knockout, fans online were quick to express their desire to see Francischinelli signed to the UFC soon.
Comments included calls like, “Dude is a beast. Hope we see him in the UFC asap” and “That dude is a straight savage. He 100% needs to be on the Contender Series. DW [Dana White] will love his style.”
Many were struck by his height, with reactions like, “This guy may be a PROBLEM. 6’6 welterweight is insane lol” and “How does a guy who is 6’6 make 170? That’s wild.”
One fan compared the rising star to the former UFC bantamweight champion, labeling him the “Brazilian Sean O’Malley.”
Like Francischinelli, `Suga` Sean O`Malley is known for expertly leveraging his height and reach advantages to strike from a safe distance and prevent opponents from closing the gap.
Could Luis Francischinelli Benefit From More Experience Before a UFC Move?
From a visual standpoint, Luis Francischinelli certainly fits the profile of a fighter the UFC looks to recruit. His unusual height makes him an intriguing prospect, and his consistent first-round finishes demonstrate clear finishing power.
However, given that all of his professional fights have ended quickly in the first round, it might be advantageous for his long-term career development to gain more experience and face opponents who can challenge him beyond the initial minutes. Building a deeper fight resume before potentially competing on Dana White’s Contender Series could prove beneficial.
While he is undoubtedly on the UFC`s radar, facing more seasoned opponents and overcoming tougher in-fight challenges in the interim would only help refine his skills and prepare him for the elite level.
