Kyle Daukaus vs Gerald Meerschaert – UFC 322

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Published on October 15, 2026 by administrator

At UFC 322: Della Maddalena vs. Makhachev , Kyle Daukaus defeated Gerald Meerschaert via submission in a dominant 50-second finish in the first round.

Fight Breakdown

  • The Setup: Entering the Octagon at Madison Square Garden as a heavy betting favorite, Daukaus looked to utilize a striking-heavy game plan tailored to exploit Meerschaert’s stand-up openings.
  • The Knockdown: Early in the first round, Meerschaert attempted to circle and pressure Daukaus. Daukaus countered by landing a powerful, precise straight left hand (hook) that cleanly dropped Meerschaert to the canvas.
  • The Finish: Smelling blood, Daukaus immediately followed Meerschaert to the ground, landing quick ground-and-pound strikes. As Meerschaert tried to roll and cover up, he inadvertently exposed his neck. Daukaus instinctively locked in his signature D’Arce choke. He tightened the hold until referee Herb Dean stepped in, confirming the tap at just 0:50 of Round 1.

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