GRAPHIC IMAGE: Former UFC champion has tubes removed from her eyes after surgery for finger poke during fight.

Rose focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

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Rose namajunas She once again demonstrated her resilience inside and outside the octagon. The former UFC champion needed surgery on her left eye after suffering an eye poke. discussion panel against Natalie SilvaThe incident resurfaced after the fighter posted images on social media showing her removing the silicone tubes placed during the procedure, shocking fans.

In the post, the American athlete reported that it took her about three months to fully recover from the injury and stated that she is now cleared to resume training, although she is not yet in her best physical shape.

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Rose also highlighted the seriousness of accidental eye injuries and advocated for stricter punishments in such cases, suggesting the immediate deduction of part of the athletes' purses, even when there is no intent, due to the risk of serious and lasting damage to the fighters' health. Finally, the former champion expressed relief, stating that the situation did not have even more serious consequences.

“So you want to be a fighter? Three months now I’m finally healthy. Thumb and eye are all fixed. I’m a bit out of shape, but I’m free to train now. I really hope that eye pokes are taken more seriously in the future. I propose an instant purse deduction even for accidents, an accident that could seriously affect the fighter’s long-term health. Anyway, I’m grateful it wasn’t more serious,” she wrote. Rose namajunas.

WARNING GRAPHIC FOOTAGE – Rose namajunas shares footage of her eye being repaired after a fight in January left it badly injured. #UFC #MMA pic.twitter.com/DXKYdNzzCF

— Abe209Fights (@Abe209Fights) April 21, 2026

What procedure did Rose Namajunas perform?

Namajunas underwent a canalicular intubation surgery, a procedure indicated to unblock or reconstruct the tear ducts. The technique involves inserting a silicone tube, or catheter, which acts as a mold, preventing the duct from closing again during the healing process.

After a period that can vary from a few weeks to months, the tube is removed, marking the final stage of recovery.