Video: Amanda Nunes knocks out Holly Holm with head kick in round one

Holly Holm might have been known as the one with head kicks going into UFC 239, but it’s Amanda Nunes who leaves Las Vegas as the one with a highlight reel knockout on her record.

In the first round, it began as a tactical contest, with Holm looking for the oblique kicks while Nunes searched for an overhand right to counter. Then, suddenly, as the round entered into its final minute, Nunes landed a stunning head kick that dropped Holm to the canvas. A few punches later were the formality to bring an end to proceedings.

Check out the incredible finish below.