STRONG IMAGE: Former UFC player displays eye injury after suffering illegal knee in LFA

B. Salmon displayed the injury suffered at LFA on July 10th. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

On the 10th, a video recorded at LFA 84 shocked the MMA world. The episode was marked by the illegal blow connected by Shawn West, which led to Boston Salmon being immediately knocked out. Almost two weeks after the incident, Boston released an image of his face and gave an update on his current condition.

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“Thank you to everyone who worried about my health. I just want to let you know that I'm fine and taking the necessary steps to recover. Many were worried and so was I. I’m going to get out of this”, wrote the fighter.

According to Boston businessman Brian Butler, West's blow led to a fractured orbital bone and cheekbone. After the incident, the agent, in a statement, asked for disciplinary measures to be taken by the LFA, so that cases like this are avoided in the future.

Shawn's illegal action, in the first minute of the second round, resulted in the victory being given to Salmon by disqualification. The clash marked the debut of both in the Legacy Fighting Alliance.

Before signing a contract with the LFA, Boston was among the UFC athletes. Participant of 'Dana Whites's Contender Series', in July 2017, the American gained a place in Ultimate after defeating Ricky Turcios.

With UFC gloves, however, Salmon was unable to stand out. In his two appearances, the athlete lost by knockout, one to Khalid Taha and the other for Randy Costa, both last year.

See the blow dealt by Shawn

 

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The most devastating illegal strike in MMA history? Boston Salmon got the DQ win over Shawn West #LFA84 (via @ufcfightpass, @lfafighting) • 🔗 FULL STORY IN BIO

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See what Salmon's face looked like after the fight

 

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First, thank you to everyone who took the time to reach out to me and the ones close to me concerning my health. Just wanted to let you all know that I'm ok and taking the necessary time to heal up and focus on my health most importantly. A lot of you were scared and concerned, and so was I. I can assure you that I'm ok and will be back from this. Smile, be happy, tell the ones you care about you love them. Sending positive vibes to everyone who supports this journey. You're #BOSSTEAM ❤ #Repost @suckerpunchent (@get_repost) ・・・ UPDATE: The incident that took place in LFA on July 10th was extremely unfortunate. We believe Boston is a special talent and is able to compete with the best in the world. His stent in the UFC did not go as planned because it was determined by doctors that the weight cut to bantamweight was too extreme for him to be able to perform to his ability. We were extremely excited to restart Boston's run at featherweight with @lfafighting and get him back to a big show. Boston was in control of this fight and just settling into his range and timing in the 2nd round when both he and his opponent, Shawn West, landed simultaneous hooks causing both to be flashed and knocked down. As Boston was getting back to his feet he was hit with an illegal knee that ended the night. What we have to focus on here first and foremost is Boston's health. The knee landed with incredible force and caused Boston to suffer a broken orbital and cheek bone. Aside from the DQ we feel there should be disciplinary actions enforced by the commission to set a higher precedence on these types of fouls. There was no question about the legality of the knee and Boston was awarded the victory at the end of the contest. It goes without saying that this is not the way Boston wanted the fight to be determined. As a team we are sitting down with Boston and his family to discuss what we want to do moving forward. Boston would like to thank LFA and their staff for getting him back on stage and giving him the opportunity to perform. For now Boston is going to undergo further examination and we will determine the next steps as we go. #bosteam

A publication shared by Boston “Boom Boom” Salmon (@bostonboomboom) on Jul 21, 2020 at 1:49 pm PDT