UFC legend Ronda Rousey left in disbelief as Power Slap knockout sends competitor crashing to floor
The former fighter had a front row seat for
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Pro wrestler Stunt Marshall knocked out Dontae Smiley in devastating fashion
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Smiley's head hit the podium as he fell to the floor
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Ronda Rousey was left gobsmacked by the incident
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And she was left gobsmacked after the bout between professional wrestler Stunt Marshall, and Dontae Smiley.
Smiley had the first slap but was unable to impose any lasting damage on his opponent.
And Marshall made him regret it immediately as he sent him crashing to the floor with a powerful left-handed slap.
To make matters worse Smiley's head slammed into the podium between them as he fell, before falling into the arms of two support staff.
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The KO stunned the arena, including Rousey who covered her mouth and looked amazed.
Fans were shocked by the blow and the devastating nature of the KO.
One reacted saying: "That was 🥶"
Another added: "Cannot be good for the brain. Should be outlawed in my opinion."
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A third wrote: "Ended bro."
And another commented: "Morning… This guy got slapped into next week!"
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