UFC president Dana White shared his reaction to what happened to veteran bantamweight fighter Raoni Barcelos at UFC Vegas 121.In the fifth round of his war with Raul Rosas Jr. in the main event of UFC Vegas 121, Barcelos suffered…
UFC CEO Dana White responded to the frightening fifth-round medical emergency suffered by veteran bantamweight fighter Raoni Barcelos at UFC Vegas 121. Barcelos collapsed and lost consciousness during his headline bout against Raul Rosas Jr. on September 26, 2026, leading to an immediate stoppage and hospital evaluation.
The fight between Barcelos and Rosas Jr. earned both competitors a $100,000 Fight of the Night bonus prior to the sudden stoppage. Barcelos later shared updates from his hospital bed, stating he fainted and was recovering well, while UFC commentator Paul Felder publicly encouraged the veteran to consider retirement.
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