UFC Shanghai: Undefeated Bilal Hasan debuts with spectacular 1-punch knockout, nails Michael Jackson moves

Undefeated flyweight Bilal Hasan made a spectacular UFC debut at Shanghai on Saturday, capping a dominant performance with a one-punch knockout of Nilson Rojas in the second round while maintaining his perfect record at 10-0.

Hasan's entrance was nearly as memorable as his finish. "The IndoNinja" walked to the cage dancing to Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean"—deliberately timed for what would have been Jackson's 68th birthday—and celebrated his entrance with signature King of Pop moves. The 25-year-old, who earned his UFC deal via Dana White's Contender Series just 18 days prior, proved his hype was warranted inside the octagon.

Both Hasan and Rojas arrived undefeated at 9-0, but Hasan's recent DWCS success made him the more touted prospect. Rojas fought gamely with solid boxing as he worked to close distance, but Hasan proved a level ahead. Over the first five minutes, he peppered Rojas with laser-sharp kicks, fast counters, and even some ground-and-pound control. In Round 2, Hasan timed Rojas perfectly, landing a booming right hand at 2:28 that ended the contest.

With eight of his ten victories coming by knockout, Hasan has quickly emerged as an exciting prospect in the flyweight division.