Razak Alhassan is a Ghanaian mixed martial artist known for his powerful knockout victories in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). After making a thunderous professional debut in 2013 with a TKO victory in just 25 seconds, Razak Alhassan quickly established himself as a formidable mixed martial artist. Alhassans highly anticipated UFC debut on November 19, 2016, at UFC Fight Night: Mousasi vs. Hall 2, saw him defeat Charlie Ward by knockout in just 53 seconds, a performance that earned him a coveted ‘Performance of the Night’ bonus.
Alhassan continued to showcase his potent striking prowess within the UFC, competing effectively in both the welterweight and middleweight divisions. He secured two dominant knockout victories against Sabah Homasi, first at UFC 218 in 2017, and then a decisive second-round knockout at UFC 220 in 2018, the latter of which garnered him another ‘Performance of the Night’ bonus. His striking efficiency was further highlighted in 2018 when he knocked out Niko Price in a mere 43 seconds at UFC 228. Consistently demonstrating a striking-heavy style, Alhassan maintained a record of all his professional wins coming by knockout, solidifying his reputation as a formidable finisher.
In 2021, he delivered another remarkable performance with a 17-second knockout of Alessio Di Chirico, which once again earned him a ‘Performance of the Night’ bonus. Prior to his significant tenure in the UFC, Alhassan also honed his skills and competed in other recognized promotions, including Bellator and Legacy Fighting Championship. Most recently, Alhassan secured another impressive knockout victory against Claudio Ribeiro in 2023, further adding to his legacy of powerful finishes. Alhassan officially transitioned from the UFC rosters on March 25, 2025, marking a new chapter for the fighter known for his explosive and definitive knockout wins across multiple weight classes.