Derrick Lewis says he wants “Ground and Pound” with his wife after UFC 70 knockout [VIDEO]

MMA Star Leaves Fans in Stitches With “Ground and Pound” Joke After Fast KO

Derrick “The Black Beast” Lewis once again reminded MMA fans why he remains one of the most entertaining and powerful figures in the sport. At UFC Fight Night in Nashville last night (July 12), Lewis delivered a crushing 35-second TKO over Brazilian heavyweight prospect Tallison “Xicão” Teixeira. With this victory, Lewis notched his 16th knockout inside the Octagon, extending his record for most KOs in UFC history.

But it wasn’t just the quick finish that had fans talking. As always, Lewis brought his trademark humor and larger-than-life personality to the post-fight interview. Speaking with UFC commentator Daniel Cormier inside the cage, Lewis declared, “I’ve been gone for two weeks… so I want my wife next. It’s going to be a lot of ground and pound, grounding and pounding… she know what it is. Look at that fine a**.”

His wife, April Davis, smiled sheepishly as the crowd roared with laughter. The moment went viral instantly, adding another classic soundbite to Lewis’s ever-growing highlight reel.

Fight Night Recap

The main event at UFC on ESPN 70, held at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, was initially billed as a classic striker-vs-striker showdown. Lewis entered the bout ranked #9 among UFC heavyweights. Meanwhile, Teixeira came in undefeated at 8-0, riding high off a KO win in his UFC debut earlier this year.

Despite being 40 years old and viewed by some as a declining fighter, Lewis silenced critics with a vicious left hook that dropped Teixeira just seconds into Round 1. He followed up with rapid ground strikes until referee Herb Dean stepped in to call the fight at 0:35 of the first round.

Some controversy followed the stoppage, with fighters like Belal Muhammad suggesting it was “a horrible time to stop” the action. However, most agreed Lewis’s power and finishing instinct left little doubt.

Lewis now holds a professional MMA record of 29-12-0. He had not fought since a medical withdrawal from a scheduled bout in late 2024. His return was marked by visible improvements in conditioning, as he weighed in lighter than usual.

Post-Fight Antics

In classic Derrick Lewis fashion, the victory celebration included more than just smiles and handshakes. He ripped off his shorts, mooned the crowd, threw his protective cup into the audience, and even pantomimed urinating in his opponent’s corner. Lewis later explained the antics as retaliation for trash talk from Teixeira’s team, saying, ” ‘em,” during the post-fight press conference.

Lewis also claimed to have spoken briefly with President Donald Trump after the fight, though he refused to elaborate. It’s not the first time he’s injected political references into post-fight celebrations, often drawing mixed reactions.

However, all of this is the personality from Derrick Lewis that made him famous. His words, especially the ones from last night, have dominated the internet. As a result, Lewis’ interview clip is on the timeline of millions of people. Whether they know what’s going on in the video or not, he has them tuned in.

Social Media Reactions

On X (formerly Twitter), the moment where Lewis shouted out his wife during the post-fight interview drew over 52,000 likes and more than 2.6 million views via the @mma_orbit account. Fans flooded the replies with crying emojis, memes, and praise for Lewis’s comic timing and authenticity.

“This man is a national treasure,” one user wrote. Another added, “Only Derrick Lewis could turn a post-fight cage interview into a comedy show.”

Memes quickly circulated, including a still shot of his wife blushing in the cage and fictional movie posters of “Ground and Pound: The Derrick Lewis Story.”

Even MMA fighters and pundits joined in the fun, reposting the clip with laughing emojis and tagging UFC accounts. Some even speculated that Lewis could pivot into a media role or comedy after retirement given his timing and charisma.

Impact and Future

This dominant win repositions Lewis as a serious contender in the UFC’s thin heavyweight division. While his career has featured ups and downs, his knockout power remains unmatched, and his personality continues to draw fans both in and out of the cage.

Some analysts are now calling for Lewis to face another top-5 contender, potentially setting up a rematch with Ciryl Gane or a clash with Tom Aspinall. Others argue he could headline another UFC Fight Night or co-main a major pay-per-view due to his fan appeal.

“Every time people count Derrick Lewis out, he reminds us why he’s box office gold,” said one MMA journalist on X. “You can’t teach power, and you sure as hell can’t teach charisma.”

Lewis himself expressed gratitude for the opportunity. In addition, jokingly requesting “more taxicab drivers from Brazil” as opponents moving forward, a jab at Teixeira’s level of competition.

He also teased that he’d be ready to fight again before the end of 2025 if the UFC offered the right opponent and financial terms. Given his viral potential and recent win, that call may come sooner than expected.

Undercard Highlights

UFC Nashville featured a stacked 12-fight card with multiple highlights:

• Gabriel Bonfim scored a narrow split decision win over Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson.
• Fatima Kline landed a head kick TKO against Melissa Martinez.
• Valter Walker pulled off a heel hook submission in under a minute.
• Mike Davis secured a flying knee knockout in Round 2.

Despite a few controversial moments, including a No Contest ruling in a lower card bout and debate over Lewis’s fight stoppage, the event was largely praised for excitement and unpredictability.

Conclusion

Derrick Lewis has long been one of the most beloved characters in MMA, and his performance at UFC Nashville only adds to his legacy. With the fastest finish on the card, a record-extending knockout, and another hilarious post-fight moment, Lewis proved once again why he’s must-see TV.

Whether he’s mooning the crowd or declaring his wife as his next “opponent,” the Black Beast continues to captivate fans and keep the UFC heavyweight division entertaining. One thing is clear: Derrick Lewis isn’t done yet—and fans can’t wait to see what he does next.