Coming out of the gate fired up and looking for a finish, McKinney got loose with his hands early against Erick Gonzalez, walking him down without pause, looking for big shots as “Ghost Pepper” covered up. When Gonzalez landed one right in response and looked to step forward soon after to follow, McKinney changed levels and put him on the canvas with a beautifully-timed double leg.
Although Gonzalez worked back to his feet, McKinney stayed tight to him, jumping on his back, sinking in his hooks, and then fishing for the rear-naked choke. Gonzalez had no choice but to tap, giving “T. Wrecks” his third UFC win and third first-round finish. | Official Scorecards
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