Michael Bisping shook up the world at UFC 199.

“The Count” did what few outside of his camp believed possible, and not only defeated, but knocked Luke Rockhold out cold en route to winning the middleweight title on Saturday night in Los Angeles. Bisping’s victory is not only the biggest of his storied career, but will serve to bolster the legacy of a fighter who repeatedly failed to capitalize in other fights that could have propelled him to a title shot.

Nevertheless, Bisping stepped up on short notice to face Rockhold, and absolutely made the most of the opportunity. With having a previous victory over the brash Brit, Rockhold came into the bout overconfident and paid the ultimate price.

Bisping’s performance at UFC 199 marked a definitive moment in a career that came to prominence after winning The Ultimate Fighter, and now stands as the reigning king of the UFC’s middleweight division.

Main Card

Michael Bisping def. Luke Rockhold via KO (strikes) Rd 1
Dominick Cruz def. Urijah Faber via unanimous decision (50-45, 50-45, 49-46)
Max Holloway def. Ricardo Lamas via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Dan Henderson def. Hector Lombard via KO (elbow) Rd 2
Dustin Poirier def. Bobby Green via KO (punches) Rd 1