The Second Korean Zombie is Born! Yoo Joo-sang, UFC Debut 1st Round Quick KO Win + 'Performance' Bonus Bonanza (ft. Jung Chan-sung, Dana White)

A new star has been born to excite Korean mixed martial arts fans! Yoo Joo-sang, the prized pupil of 'Korean Zombie' Jung Chan-sung and known as 'Zombie Jr.', delivered a spectacular performance in his debut fight at UFC 316 today (June 8th), securing a first-round quick KO victory. Not only did he win, but he also clinched the 'Performance of the Night' bonus, an additional earning on top of his fight purse, proving to the world that his entry into the UFC was no coincidence.

1st Round 2 Minutes 5 Seconds, An Overwhelming UFC Debut

Facing Jeka Saragih in his UFC bantamweight debut, Yoo Joo-sang showed an overwhelming presence from the start of the fight. Less than two minutes into the first round, he knocked down his opponent with a powerful punch and followed up with ground and pound, prompting the referee to stop the fight. Even the international commentators were surprised by the swift 'quick' victory that ended the match in just 2 minutes and 5 seconds. His win was immediately highlighted on the official UFC social media accounts, leaving a strong first impression on MMA fans worldwide.

'Performance of the Night' Bonus Right in His Debut!

At each event, the UFC awards a 'Performance of the Night' bonus of $50,000 (approximately 68 million Korean Won) to fighters who deliver the most impressive performances. It is quite rare for a debuting fighter to receive this bonus, which serves as evidence of how deeply impressed officials, including UFC President Dana White, were by his performance. The official UFC Korea account also highlighted his achievement, stating, "POTN in a debut fight! Congratulations."

The Moving Entrance of 'Zombie Jr.', Inheriting the Legacy of Jung Chan-sung

What made Yoo Joo-sang's debut fight even more special was the deep respect he showed for his mentor, 'Korean Zombie' Jung Chan-sung.

Ring Name 'Zombie Jr.': He referred to himself as 'Zombie Jr.', positioning himself as Jung Chan-sung's successor.
Walkout Music 'Zombie': He entered the octagon using 'Zombie' by The Cranberries, the iconic walkout song of Jung Chan-sung, which touched many fans.
UFC Fighter Produced by ZFN: He earned a direct contract with the UFC through the overwhelming performance he showed at 'ZFN (Zombie Fight Night)', a martial arts event personally hosted by Jung Chan-sung. At that time, President Dana White highly praised his skills, saying, "I rarely sign fighters over 30, but his performance was something I couldn't help but pick."

His narrative, stepping onto the stage of opportunity provided by his mentor, entering with his mentor's symbolic music, and producing the best result, felt like a movie.

Successor of the Korean Zombie, Who is Yoo Joo-sang? (Profile)

Name: Yoo Joo-sang
Ring Name: Zombie Jr.
Born: January 21, 1994
Age: 31 years old (as of 2025)
Physique: 175cm / 65.8kg / 181cm (Reach)
Weight Class: Bantamweight
Overall Record: 9 fights, 9 wins, 0 losses (MMA)
Key Career Highlights:
- Competed in domestic promotions like 'Black Combat' and 'ZFN'.
- Selected directly by Dana White through Jung Chan-sung's 'ZFN' event, leading to a UFC contract.
- June 8, 2025: KO win and 'Performance of the Night' bonus award in his UFC 316 debut.

Congratulating the Birth of a New Korean Fighter

Yoo Joo-sang, who had a perfect debut fight that exceeded all expectations. His emergence is like a much-needed rain for Korean MMA fans who have been waiting for a new Korean star since the retirement of 'Korean Zombie' Jung Chan-sung.

What did you think of Yoo Joo-sang's sensational UFC debut? Which moment was the most impressive?
With the emergence of 'Zombie Jr.' following 'Korean Zombie' Jung Chan-sung, what kind of performance do you expect him to show in the UFC bantamweight division going forward?
Please leave a message of congratulation and support for Yoo Joo-sang, who has successfully settled into the UFC stage!

A new era for a 'Korean Zombie' has begun. We are already looking forward to Yoo Joo-sang's next fight!

The Second Korean Zombie is Born! Yoo Joo-sang, UFC Debut 1st Round Quick KO Win + 'Performance' Bonus Bonanza (ft. Jung Chan-sung, Dana White)