In his next fight he took on Joe Veres at "UFC Fight Night 11" and knocked him out with the first punch he threw, after nine seconds. It was the second fastest knockout in UFC history (at that time, see "UFC 102"). Next Maynard won a unanimous decision victory over Dennis Siver at "UFC Fight Night 12" earning scores of (29–28, 30–27, and 29–28). At "UFC Fight Night 13", he faced lightweight standout Frankie Edgar in the first bout of their rivalry. Maynard won a 30–27 unanimous decision on all cards to hand Edgar his first loss. He used his superior wrestling to control the fight, winning a decision.