Carlos Prates delivered a stunning highlight at UFC 319 with a spinning back elbow knockout that had fans and commentators buzzing. It was clean, technical, and devastating—everything you want in a finish. But somehow, it wasn’t even the best spinning elbow KO of the night.
That’s because Lerone Murphy followed it up with one of his own, and arguably outdid Prates in terms of timing, chaos, and sheer surprise.
CARLOS PRATES WITH THE KO #UFC319 pic.twitter.com/uarfhQa4qH
— KOOSH⚡ (@nftkoosh) August 17, 2025
Prates’ finish came against Charles Radtke. The Brazilian looked composed, reading his opponent’s movements before uncorking a flawless spinning elbow that landed flush. Radtke didn’t even have a chance to brace himself. The technique was textbook, and the execution perfect—it was the kind of finish that would usually headline any event’s highlight reel.But then came Lerone Murphy.
Insane spinning elbow KO by Lerone Murphy #UFC #UFC319 pic.twitter.com/w5uZtaWIvF
— Julio 🇵🇷 (@combatinsight) August 17, 2025
Just one fight later, “The Miracle” showed why he’s one of the most dangerous strikers in the featherweight division. In the middle of a wild exchange, Murphy pulled off a spinning back elbow that came from nowhere. His timing was razor sharp, and the impact immediate. The fact that it happened mid-chaos made it all the more spectacular. His opponent collapsed instantly, and the crowd was left in disbelief.

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Two spinning elbow knockouts on the same card is rare. Back-to-back? Almost unheard of. UFC 319 gave fans an unforgettable night of violence, and these two finishes were the cherry on top.
While Carlos Prates’ KO was exceptional, Lerone Murphy’s stole the spotlight. The unpredictability, the speed, and the context gave his finish a slight edge. Both fighters showcased the danger of the spinning back elbow—but on this night, Murphy’s landed just a bit harder in the eyes of fans.
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