Uros Medic knocks out Daniel Rodriguez in 30 seconds at UFC Belgrade
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Uros Medic knocks out Daniel Rodriguez in 30 seconds at UFC Belgrade

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Uros Medic secured a 30-second first-round knockout over Daniel Rodriguez in the UFC Belgrade main event and said he hopes to face former champion Leon Edwards next.

Uros Medic delivered a first-round knockout of Daniel Rodriguez in just 30 seconds during the UFC Belgrade main event, earning a stoppage by referee Jason Herzog. The Serbian welterweight landed a quick left followed by a right that sent Rodriguez to the canvas, after which he continued striking from the top before the fight was halted.

After the victory, Medic told reporters that recent weeks had been difficult and that the win felt like a return to home, expressing a desire to "cook the rest of this division" and bring a title to Serbia.

Medic, who is on a five-fight winning streak with all victories coming by first-round knockout, said he would like to fight former champion Leon Edwards, adding that he would "gladly" knock him out if the opportunity arises.

The knockout marks another rapid finish for Medic, who has quickly become a notable contender in the UFC welterweight division.

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