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Raoni Barcelos Breaks Silence for First Time After Frightening Raul Rosas Jr KO Left Him in Hospital
- UFC bantamweight Raoni Barcelos was hospitalized Saturday following a frightening fifth-round TKO loss to Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC Vegas 121, after appearing unresponsive in the Octagon. Medical personnel transported the 39-year-old to a Level 1 trauma center for immediate CT scanning.
- Both competitors entered the main event on five-fight win streaks, engaging in a highly competitive bout where Barcelos led on the scorecards before his sudden fifth-round collapse. The Brazilian veteran was stretchered from the arena amid fan alarm.
- Providing his first public update on Monday, Barcelos wrote on Instagram that he is doing "great" while thanking fans for their support. His coach, Davi Ramos, also shared a brief video online confirming "everything is fine."
- Although the 22-6 fighter remains under medical observation, Barcelos plans to return to competition once doctors clear him. He demonstrated his standing as a top contender at 135 lbs despite the frightening circumstances.
- Rosas extended his win streak to six with the victory, though his celebration drew criticism from some MMA fans given the circumstances. The bout earned "Fight of the Night" honors, underscoring the physical toll of professional combat sports.
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Bruce Buffer Praises UFC Fighters & Sends Note to Raoni Barcelos
UFC Octagon announcer Bruce Buffer praised the fighters and sent an encouraging note to bantamweight veteran Raoni Barcelos.The Brazilian suffered a health scare in the main event of UFC Vegas 121 when he lost via fifth-round TKO against Raul Rosas Jr. following an absolute war that saw both men push their minds, bodies, and souls […]
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