What & when is the proper use of a 'hammer fist' in MMA and how does it compare to a typical knuckle punch? It seems like it would be less effective. -
Why do UFC fighters hammer punch instead of straight punch? I see it mostly when they are wrestling. - Quora
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Francis Ngannou punch same as sledgehammer swung at full force, as coach of UFC 260 star says training him is 'painful'
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UFC Fight Night results, highlights: Holly Holm dominates Irene Aldana for easy decision victory - CBSSports.com
![Watch MMA star Pettis knock Horiguchi out cold with 'KO of the year' spinning back fist to send commentator wild Watch MMA star Pettis knock Horiguchi out cold with 'KO of the year' spinning back fist to send commentator wild](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/NINTCHDBPICT000697945526.jpg)
Watch MMA star Pettis knock Horiguchi out cold with 'KO of the year' spinning back fist to send commentator wild
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