Chris Weidman after duel against Bruno Blindado. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter @nolanking
In addition to the controversial victory at UFC Atlantic City, Chris Weidman was also severely injured by Bruno Blindado during the confrontation. In a controversial outcome of the fight, the North American presented himself at the post-fight press conference with a bag of ice to alleviate the large swelling in his left eye. While answering questions, the athlete continued to protect the wound.
Present on the main card of the event, Weidman and Blindado faced each other until the third round, when the North American landed an illegal blow to his rival's eye with his finger. Upon feeling the impact, the Brazilian could not withstand the third penalty, threw himself to the ground and was met with hard blows from the former middleweight champion (up to 83,9kg), which forced the referee to interrupt the duel.
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At the end of the analysis of the moment, Weidman was declared the winner by unanimous decision of the judges, without official technical knockout in the third round. Back on the path to victory, the fighter recovered from the defeat suffered by Brad Tavares and ruled out retiring soon. Despite the controversial victory, the athlete did not comment on his desire for a rematch against the Brazilian.
duel between Bruno Blindado (left) and Chris Weidman (dir). Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @ufceurasia
Moreover, Bruno Blindado he used social media to express dissatisfaction with the situation and asked for a second fight against the former champion of the category.
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