UFC president Dana White has shared an image depicting a fighter's severe laceration sustained during the latest event.
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UFC president Dana White has shared an image depicting a fighter’s severe laceration sustained during the latest event hosted at the APEX Facility in Las Vegas. The highly anticipated card showcased the talents of middleweight contenders Sean Strickland and Abus Magomedov.
Strickland secured a remarkable victory by stopping his opponent in the second round, displaying his dominance and subsequently expressing his desire for a chance to contend for the UFC middleweight championship currently held by Israel Adesanya.
Nevertheless, the most captivating bout of the evening witnessed Elves Brener surmounting initial setbacks to achieve a resounding third-round TKO triumph, causing a major upset against Guram Kutateladze.
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From the beginning, the Georgian competitor showcased an impressive performance, delivering a powerful elbow strike to Brener that resulted in a substantial two-inch gash. The severity of the injury posed a potential risk of prematurely concluding the captivating Fight of the Night, which garnered both fighters a well-deserved $50,000 (£39,450) bonus.
A crimson stream traced its path down the visage of the Brazilian fighter, presenting a striking transformation as he sought guidance from former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira in his corner.
In the end, Brener discovered his optimal striking distance in the third round, delivering a concise left hook that sent Kutateladze to the canvas. Capitalizing on the opportunity, Brener swiftly executed a sequence of ground strikes, bolstering his professional record to an impressive 15-3.
While engaging in a post-fight interview alongside UFC icon Michael Bisping, the resilient 25-year-old downplayed the severity of his gruesome laceration, portraying it as a customary aspect of the sport.
“Fights are like this. We are warriors, two samurai going for the win. I told you I was here to win and I’m going to make my name in this division,” Brener said.
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