Ukrainian puts on a show on 272, finishes and moves to tears with emotional outburst about the war in her country

M. Moroz (photo) submitted M. Agapova in the UFC 272. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

In addition to putting on a show in the Octagon during his performance at UFC 272, held this Saturday (5), Maryna moroz moved the audience at the T-Mobile Arena. Victorious in the confrontation against Maria Agapova, the Ukrainian was moved to tears in her speech after submitting her opponent in the second round. The flyweight (up to 56,7kg) paid homage to her country and its people, who are experiencing times of war against Russia.

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“You know my country is at war. I've cried because my family is in a bad situation. Thank you to everyone who sent me messages of support. I don't want to cry. Thank you everyone”, said Moroz, who ended up in tears, but drew applause from the audience in the arena.

Featured on the show's preliminary card, Maryna kept her promise and headed to the Octagon wrapped in the Ukrainian flag. The same scene could be seen at the official weigh-in for the show, last Friday (4).

In the confrontation, Moroz managed to leave his emotions outside the octagon and performed gala at the event. The fighter managed to make her jiu-jitsu count and submitted her rival in the middle of the second round.

With the positive result, Maryna confirms her good moment in Ultimate. The fighter now has three wins in a row and advances in the division led by Valentina Shevchenko.

Moroz leaves the octagon acclaimed by fans

 

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