Luis Francischinelli, an undefeated striker known for his devastating finishes, has recently drawn comparisons to UFC star Sean O’Malley following another impressive knockout victory.
The LFA 208 event in Santa Cruz, California, held on May 9th before UFC 315, featured several notable moments. Highlights included Aline David’s remarkable 12-second front kick knockout, reminiscent of Anderson Silva, and heavyweight prospect Josh Hokit’s controversial post-fight interview.
However, one of the standout performances came from the towering 170-pound Brazilian fighter, Luis Francischinelli. His unique size and power earned him a spot in the LFA after he famously sparred with a top UFC heavyweight.
Fans in awe after watching huge welterweight Luis Francischinelli dismantle another opponent at LFA 208
Competing at 6’6” in the welterweight division naturally puts Brazil`s Luis Francischinelli on the radar of major promotions. Since his LFA debut in June 2023, he has made a significant impact, securing five consecutive first-round finishes.
At LFA 208, Francischinelli quickly defeated Angelo Rivera Jr. in less than two minutes, using his substantial reach advantage to control the distance and secure the finish.
In a previous interview, Francischinelli shared that his striking background and exceptional height led to him sparring three rounds with UFC heavyweight Alexander Volkov. This experience reportedly impressed Ed Soares, the head of LFA, paving the way for Francischinelli`s opportunity with the promotion.
Following his latest dominant performance, fans on social media expressed strong opinions, stating they have seen enough and want to see Francischinelli compete in the UFC immediately.
Comments praised him as a “beast” and a “savage,” arguing he “100% needs to be on the Contender Series” and predicting he could be a “PROBLEM” for opponents due to his height.
The most frequent reactions highlighted the unusual sight of a fighter of his stature in the welterweight division. For context, Francischinelli’s 6’6” height is significantly greater than that of the current UFC welterweight champion, Belal Muhammad, who stands at 5’11”.
Fans reacted with disbelief at his weight cut, with comments like, “How does a guy who is 6’6 make 170? That’s wild,” and “I’m sorry HOW TALL?!”
The comparison to former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley comes from O’Malley’s own success in utilizing his height and reach to keep opponents at bay and pick them apart from a distance.
Luis Francischinelli needs to be tested before he steps inside the Octagon
Luis Francischinelli certainly has the physical attributes and finishing ability that the UFC looks for in prospective fighters. His unique height and impressive knockout record make him an exciting prospect.
However, with all his victories coming in the first round, gaining more experience against opponents who can push him further into fights could significantly benefit his development before potentially appearing on Dana White’s Contender Series.
While he is likely already on the UFC’s radar, facing tougher challenges that test his skills and conditioning beyond the initial minutes of a fight would undoubtedly help him prepare for the higher level of competition in the future.
