Cedric Doumbe is one of the most popular fighters in PFL/Bellator. His flashy moves and persona attract combat sports fans like moths to light. Victor Wembanyama, the NBA phenom of the San Antonio Spurs, attended Doumbe’s latest fight at Bellator Paris. He was as amazed as the rest of the crowd was during the fight.
Cedric Doubmbe was coming off a controversial loss to Baki Chamsoudinov. He now fought Jaleel Willis at Bellator Paris. The former kickboxing legend dominated Willis the entire fight, which only lasted one round. It was an important fight for Doumbe to get back to the winning column. However, the 7 ft 4 in Victor Wembanyama’s reactions went viral as one of the night’s highlights.
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Cedric Doumbe stood in the center of the ring. This is when his opponent Willis charged at him. Doumbe dodged Willis’s punch with extreme precision, moving his body at the last second. This caused Willis to tumble to the canvas with the force of his missed punch. Doumbe’s timing and precision were nothing short of spectacular. Victor Wembanyama was watching this, his mouth gaping wide open, shocked by what he had witnessed.
Doumbe is not just a French national treasure but an accomplished Glory Kickboxing legend. Dana White‘s UFC was also interested in adding him to their roster. However, the negotiations failed between the two parties.
Doumbe’s fights have garnered the attention of high-ranking celebrities. This showcased his pull on the nation of France. Nevertheless, the French athletes have always come out to support Doumbe during his fights. This time, it was Wembanyama; it was Kylian Mbappe last time.
Kylian Mbappe’s reaction to Cedric Doumbe’s viral knockout
Kylian Mbappe attended the PFL event back in 2023 to support fellow Frenchman Cedric Doumbe. The former PSG striker likely expected an entertaining striking battle. What he didn’t bargain for was witnessing a fine specimen of skill and power.
Kylian Mbappe reacts to Cedric Doumbe (via Sports Illustrated/ Transfermarkt)Doumbe is considered one of the best strikers in the combat sports world. He made his highly-anticipated PFL debut against Jordan Zebo. The crowd buzzed with anticipation. But the fight was shockingly over 9 seconds after the opening bell.
Doumbe blitzed Zebo with a furious punch, flooring his opponent. He then followed up with brutal punches. The referee had no choice but to wave off the contest almost immediately. Mbappe’s incredulous reaction stole the show.Â
Cameras caught the PSG star’s priceless expression as he processed the intense finish flashbulb. Eyes bulging, mouth agape, Mbappe looked like a kid who’d just witnessed a magic trick. Mbappe’s comedy of expressions also ended up becoming a meme. His candid reaction achieved true viral immortality.
