UFC 331 star issues statement after suffering the first loss of his MMA career

Polish knockout artist Iwo Baraniewski has released a statement on social media following his first professional MMA defeat at UFC 331. Baraniewski, who entered the bout with a perfect 9-0 record, lost a split decision to Alonzo Menifield after three rounds of action. Despite many observers believing Baraniewski had won, the 27-year-old chose not to complain about the judges' scorecards.

Following the victory, the 38-year-old Menifield was immediately transported to the hospital. The light heavyweight fighter suffered a severe hand injury during the bout, with a bone visibly protruding through his skin. Menifield's official diagnosis and timeline for a return to the Octagon remain unconfirmed.