Coach updates Alexandre Pantoja's situation after injury at UFC 323: 'Good news'

Pantoja and Parrumpinha backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

Alexandre pantoja He is going through a delicate moment in his career. UFC 323, an event held last Saturday (6), in Las Vegas (USA), the Brazilian suffered a serious injury with only 26 seconds left and, as he was unable to compete, he lost the fight to Joshua Van by technical knockout and, consequently, the flyweight title (up to 57 kg). The fighter's loyal supporter, Marcos Parrumpinha, came forward to update the situation.

During an appearance on the 'Overdogs' podcast, the former champion's coach and friend reassured fans, indicating that the injury may not be as serious as it appeared. Frankly, Parrumpinha explained that Pantoja did not injure his shoulder, as Dana White had stated, and that he did not suffer a fracture. However, it is still unknown how long the athlete will be out of the octagon. In any case, the veteran is optimistic about the situation.

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"For many people who are asking me, talking nonsense, there's nothing wrong with his shoulder. It was his elbow. Now, what we have to do is give maximum priority to Pantoja's recovery. It doesn't matter what will be done. The main thing is to recover Pantoja's arm. If it has to be surgery, he'll have surgery. If it only requires physiotherapy, he'll do that. We went to the doctor and we got good news," said the coach, before adding.

"Nothing is broken. We'll wait and see what happens over the next two weeks. It's still too early. And we'll see how long he'll be out. From there, the UFC will take the necessary steps," he concluded.

What happened?

The unfortunate event occurred when Pantoja, after having his leg grabbed by Van, decided to go to the ground. Upon supporting himself with his left arm on the ground, the Brazilian suffered an injury. Immediately, the veteran looked at the referee and informed him that he could no longer continue the fight. Thus, the athlete lost by technical knockout and saw the promising fighter win the belt, which he attempted to defend for the fifth time.