It was not surprising that Peng Chengguang could take out the spent Li Mao in a single strike. Any Professional Ninth Pin fighter in their prime could have done the same thing. What was shocking was the ease at which Peng Chengguang took out Li Mao with plenty of energy to spare. It was awe-inspiring. The majority of the audience in the grandstand were casual viewers and did not fully understand the qualities of a professional. They were more stunned with the contrast between the previous and current match, and the effects of the one-shot kill.
Just moments ago Li Mao had battled against Zhang Ying like a clash between Mars and Earth before scoring a ferocious victory at the end of it. But now, he was taken out with a single move. It was only understandable that any person who didn't understand the gap between those at low ranks would be temporarily dumbstruck and speechless given the outcome.