Quinton `Rampage` Jackson recently shared insights into the single knockout victory that holds a special significance for him throughout his career.
During his illustrious time in the sport, the American fighter cemented his reputation as one of the most intimidating competitors on the planet, often leaving his opponents unconscious after connecting with his powerful strikes.
From facing legends like Chuck Liddell to Kevin Randleman, Rampage has an impressive list of finished opponents.
However, stopping one particular long-standing rival offered a unique sense of satisfaction.
Quinton `Rampage` Jackson`s most memorable KO was against Wanderlei Silva
Quinton Jackson and Wanderlei Silva engaged in an intense rivalry that spanned four separate fights.
Silva claimed victory in their first two encounters during the Pride FC era. This made Jackson`s third meeting with the Brazilian icon at UFC 92 a crucial moment – he simply couldn`t afford another loss.
Jackson has since stated that Silva harbored animosity towards him because Rampage wasn`t intimidated by him. Despite the previous results, Jackson entered the third fight fully confident he could finally achieve redemption.
And he did so decisively, landing a devastating left hook that rendered his arch-nemesis unconscious.
Rampage stated: “My favorite knockout was against Wanderlei Silva when I finally knocked him out in the UFC.”
When the pair eventually met for a fourth time, nearly a decade later under the Bellator banner at Bellator 206, Rampage secured another knockout win, finally evening their head-to-head record.
Quinton `Rampage` Jackson discusses sparring sessions with Michael Bisping
To reach his peak as a fighter, Rampage made sure he trained with some of the best martial artists in the world.
The popular fighter spent a significant period training alongside former UFC champion Michael Bisping.
Unsurprisingly, their training sessions often turned into tough battles inside the gym.
Now, Rampage has shared his perspective on what sparring with Michael Bisping was truly like.
