New footage has surfaced from MF & DAZN X Series 22: Ring of Thrones, showing Luke Rockhold in a worrying state after being knocked out by Darren Till in Manchester.
Darren Till Scores Vicious Knockout Over Luke Rockhold
The main event of Misfits Boxing 22 ended in devastating fashion. Till landed a crushing left hand in the third round that sent Rockhold crashing to the canvas. The knockout capped off a heated rivalry, but it left fans and fighters alike concerned for the former UFC and Strikeforce champion.
💥 DARREN TILL DROPS LUKE ROCKHOLD IN THE 1st ROUND!
— Home of Fight (@Home_of_Fight) August 30, 2025
Rockhold is saved by the bell 🔔
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Ringside Chaos: Rockhold Put on Oxygen
Seconds Out released new ringside footage showing medical teams rushing to Rockhold’s side, applying an oxygen mask as he lay motionless. Till, who had just celebrated, was quickly seen looking on with concern, pacing near his rival as doctors worked on him.
OH MY!!!!! DARREN TILL!!!! 😱🤯
— MF & DAZN X Series (@MF_DAZNXSeries) August 30, 2025
DARREN TILL KNOCKS OUT LUKE ROCKHOLD!!!
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Rockhold’s History With Knockouts
This isn’t the first time Rockhold has suffered a brutal finish. His UFC downfall began after losing the middleweight belt to Michael Bisping, followed by knockout defeats to Yoel Romero and Jan Blachowicz. Dana White once urged Rockhold to retire, advice that may have spared him Saturday’s dramatic ending.
Aftermath: From Rivalry to Respect
Despite their trash talk in the build-up, the tension cooled after the fight. Footage later showed Rockhold and Till sharing a beer together backstage, a moment of respect following one of the most violent endings of the year.
Luke Rockhold and Darren Till sharing a beer together after their fight tonight 👏🍻#UFC #MMA pic.twitter.com/p9xsQHUY8a
— Cageside Access (@CagesideAccess) August 31, 2025
What’s Next?
With Rockhold’s health again in the spotlight, questions loom about whether he should continue competing. For Till, it’s a statement win that could push him toward further big crossover fights — possibly even against names like Dillon Danis, who also fought at Misfits 22, or a reunion with old UFC rivals.
FAQs About Luke Rockhold vs Darren Till at Misfits Boxing 22
Was Luke Rockhold seriously injured after Darren Till’s knockout?
New footage showed Rockhold being placed on an oxygen mask immediately after the KO. While he was clearly shaken, medical teams confirmed he was responsive, and he later shared a beer with Till backstage.
What event did Darren Till and Luke Rockhold fight on?
Their bout took place at MF & DAZN X Series 22: Ring of Thrones under the Misfits Boxing banner in Manchester, England.
Has Luke Rockhold suffered knockouts before?
Yes. Rockhold has previously been knocked out in the UFC by Michael Bisping, Yoel Romero, and Jan Blachowicz, which raised concerns about his longevity in combat sports.
How did Darren Till react after the KO?
Although Till celebrated the win, he quickly returned to check on Rockhold’s condition. Cameras caught him looking visibly concerned as doctors treated his opponent.
Did Luke Rockhold and Darren Till reconcile after the fight?
Yes. Despite their heated buildup, footage later showed the two sharing a beer together backstage, turning a fierce rivalry into a respectful moment.
