UFC Mexico: 'Skull' fighter steals the show at weigh-in with Brazilian mistakes

Alvey stole the show at the weigh-in in Mexico. Photo: Reproduction

At the official UFC Fight Night Mexico weigh-in ceremony, held on Friday night (4), a supporting actor stole the show. Sam alvey, part of the show's preliminary card, took advantage of the occasion to pay homage to a Mexican tradition and fell in love with the fans.

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The always relaxed athlete got into the “Day of the Dead” wave, a traditional festive date celebrated annually between the 1st and 2nd of November. Alvey and his wife took to the stage in skull makeup before his weight was confirmed. His opponent, Alex Nicholson, appeared much more serious and provoked Alvey during the official face-off.

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The weigh-in went smoothly, except when two Brazilians were involved. First, Felipe Sertanejo He failed to make weight in his fight against Erik Perez, which left the Mexican angry during the fight. Wearing a “Lutcha Libre” mask, Perez taunted Sertanejo when the two came face to face.

Then, in the final portion of the card, Charles of the Bronx He was an incredible 4 kg over the featherweight limit, which represented his fourth failure in his last ten UFC fights. The Brazilian appeared much heavier than his rival, Ricardo Lamas, and, therefore, will have to provide him with 30% of his salary.

PUBLICITY:

In the main fight of the night, no setbacks. Former lightweight champion, Rafael dos Anjos and your opponent, Tony Ferguson, they noted the category limit without any fear. In the end, the two made a serious, but respectful look.