Nate Landwehr found himself in trouble early against Jamall Emmers, but found a way to rebound and score a knockout finish, all in the opening round.
In the final preliminary bout of UFC on ESPN 54 at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J., Landwehr (18-5 MMA, 5-3 UFC) shook off an early scare to put Emmers (20-8 MMA, 3-4 UFC) out cold at 4:43 of Round 1.
The moment the fight began, Emmers came out firing fast, and it initially appeared it may be a quick night at the office as he repeatedly tagged Landwehr with punches. Landwehr was on shaky legs just seconds into the fight, but was able to weather the early storm and regroup.