THE HARDEST BODY KICK I'VE EVER HEARD!

James  Vick
Jun 21, 2024By James Vick

What's up, everybody? Let me tell you about the hardest body kick I have ever heard in my entire life! This wasn't just any ordinary event; it was a UFC fight that left a lasting impression on me. Let’s dive into the details of this unforgettable moment.

The Event: A Night to Remember

It all went down in 2018, I believe. This epic night took place in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, specifically at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The main event featured a showdown between Robbie Lawler and Johny Hendricks. But the fight that grabbed my attention the most was the clash between Alistair Overeem and Roy Nelson.

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Cage-Side Experience

I was fortunate enough to have some incredible seats, courtesy of the UFC. Thanks to them, I was sitting close to the cage, and I could literally feel the intensity of the blows exchanged. When Overeem unleashed his body kicks, it sounded like someone was swinging a baseball bat and hitting it against a solid surface. Every strike was like a shotgun blast reverberating through the arena.

Every time Alistair Overeem hit him with a body kick, it sounded like somebody was hitting somebody with a baseball bat.

This was no light tapping; these were heavy-duty blows. The sheer force behind each kick was evident. The sound was unreal, and I kept wondering how Roy Nelson could withstand such punishment.

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The Brutal Onslaught

Overeem was relentless. He kept turning southpaw and engaging in hand jousting with his lead hand. Then, with precision and power, he would throw his rear leg into devastating body kicks aimed right at Roy Nelson. Each kick had such a profound impact that I could see Roy’s body getting beaten up right in front of me.

Roy tried to block these kicks with his arms, but even then, the power behind them made me think he might break an arm. But as tough as nails, Roy Nelson stood his ground.

Survival and Resilience

Despite the brutal assault, Roy Nelson managed to survive all three rounds. The fight eventually ended in a decision win for Overeem. Watching the match from up close, I gained immense respect for both fighters. Overeem’s striking was phenomenal, while Roy Nelson’s durability was simply off the charts.

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Roy Nelson is a very tough dude. And that was probably the hardest body kick I’ve ever, ever heard in person. It legit sounded like a shotgun was going off.

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