Ross Pearson ’s MMA return was one for the highlight reel – but not in the way he envisioned. In his first fight in his native United Kingdom in over four years, Pearson (20-17) headlined “MTK MMA: Probellum” in London on Saturday night. Taking on Davy Gallon (18-7-2), Pearson was brutally knocked out in the most improbable of fashions. As the clock wound down in the final round, Gallon through a rolling thunder kick, which landed flush on the head of Pearson. Upon impact, Pearson was knocked out cold and flew backwards, crashing to the mat. The announcer’s “oh sh*t” reaction sums up just how spectacular it was
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