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Raoni Barcelos releases first video statement from hospital after disturbing knockout

Raoni Barcelos has appeared on video for the first time since being stretchered out of the octagon at UFC Fight Night 289.

By Matthew Wells · Yahoo

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 12:07 AM

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Raoni Barcelos released a video statement from the hospital following his knockout loss at UFC Vegas 121.
Barcelos suffered the stoppage defeat against Raul Rosas Jr. on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
The bantamweight fighter stated that he fainted during the bout and reassured supporters about his health.

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UFC bantamweight fighter Raoni Barcelos has released his first video statement from the hospital following a frightening knockout loss to Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC Vegas 121. The bout took place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Barcelos addressed fans directly to share a positive health update, stating that he simply fainted during the bout. According to medical updates, the veteran fighter remains hospitalized strictly for observation under standard medical protocols.

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