Earlier tonight, Sean O’Malley snapped Aiemann Zahabi’s 7-fight win streak at UFC Freedom 250, and now fans have reacted to the same.

As the bout began, Zahabi did not compromise on his range. He stayed out of the danger zone and landed multiple leg kicks, forcing “Suga” to change stance multiple times.

WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 14: (R-L) Sean O’Malley strikes Aiemann Zahabi of Canada in a bantamweight fight during the UFC Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn at the White House on June 14, 2026, in Washington, DC. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC)

But the former bantamweight titleholder did not slow down. He found his range in the final seconds of the first frame and landed some serious jabs, earning Zahabi’s respect.

In the second round, Zahabi once more followed the same game plan, targeting Sean O’Malley’s calves. However, in the final minute of the second frame, “Suga” caught Zahabi with a crushing left hook that dropped the Canadian, and moments later, a thunderous right hand sent the 38-year-old crashing to the canvas, which was enough for “Suga” to seal the knockout win.

Check out the finish below:

During the octagon interview, Sean O’Malley called out current and two-time bantamweight champion Petr Yan to run it back.

MMA world lauds Sean O’Malley after statement win at UFC Freedom 250

Brian Ortega posted:

“Congrats on the win Sean 🫡”

Henry Cejudo added:

“Sean was very effective with his striking from range, despite Zahabi landing some nice leg kicks.”

The MMA Guru posted on X:

“LETS GO! SEAN O’MALLEY GETS IT DONE ON THE UFC WHITE HOUSE LAWN BY VICIOUS KO FINISH TO END ROUND 2 #UFCFreedom250 Could say early, but Zahabi upon trying to recover fell face first into the canvas, solid stoppage from the ref. NASTY STRAIGHT LEFT INTO A FOLLOW UP RIGHT HAND.”

Theo Van added:

“Loving the card so far! LFG @SugaSeanMMA vs @Aiemannzahabi #UFCfreedom250”

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