Malcolm Wellmaker, an undefeated bantamweight, made a significant splash in his UFC debut against Cameron Saaiman at UFC Kansas City. Saaiman, a former prospect, had been struggling after two consecutive losses and was eager to regain momentum. The fight began with both fighters exchanging kicks, but Wellmaker displayed patience and capitalized on an opening in the first round. Landing a powerful right hook, he knocked Saaiman out just under two minutes into the round, marking an impressive entry into the UFC. Following the victory, Wellmaker expressed his desire for a quick turnaround in June.
Saaiman was the busier of the two early, mixing in kicks to the body and legs while letting his hands go.
After the win, Malcolm Wellmaker called for a quick turnaround. 'UFC, Dana White, I don't know who I gotta talk to but in June you're going to Atlanta.'
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