Edward Massey has built steam as one of the best up-and-coming prospects in the Southeast region, and the highly touted prospect was aiming to make a big statement at Valor Fights 46.

Jacob Kilburn had other ideas.

While Massey was the heavy favorite coming into the bout, Kilburn didn't have an ounce of backdown in him when the action got underway in Nashville. Massey controlled the action early and moved within striking distance of victory on several occasions with seemingly tight submission attempts. Nevertheless, Kilburn hung tough and refused to relent.

And it paid off.

During an exchange in the third round, Kilburn caught Massey with a big shot and dropped him to the canvas. Kilburn threw his hands up in celebration and the referee stepped in to stop the fight. 

With the win, Kilburn secured the biggest victory of his career and an impressive comeback in the process.

Full Results:

Professional Card:

Jacob Kilburn def. Edward Massey via KO (punch) Rd 3

Nathan Williams def. Cromwell Stewart via submission (rear-naked choke) Rd 1

DJ Miller def. Avonte Moore via TKO (strikes) Rd 1

Dustin Collins def. Ricco Ralson via submission (rear-naked) Rd 1

Alex Riggs vs. David Lewis via TKO (strikes) Rd 1

Jason Arnold def. Terrance Hodges via TKO (punches) Rd 1

Amateur Bouts:

Billy Swanson def. Dakotah McFerson via split decision

Pauline Macias def. Jennifer Clausius via TKO (referee stoppage) Rd 2

Timmy Eisenbraun def. Dylan O’Sullivan via unanimous decision

Jordan Willis def. Jermonte Brown via TKO (strikes) Rd 2

Del Merritt def. Ricky Bennett via submission (arm triangle) Rd 1

Derek Levasseur def. Lawson Quick via KO (punch) Rd 1

Aaron Terrell def. Billy Combs via TKO (punches) Rd 1

Nolan Thomas def. Zane Evans via submission (rear-naked choke) Rd 1

Kegan Agnew def. Julius Mintah via TKO (injury) Rd 1

Michael Cribbs def. Derling Catalan via unanimous decision