“Thank God, He’s Doing Well” – Dana White Reacts to Raoni Barcelos’ UFC Vegas 121 Scare After Hospital Release
While Raul Rosas Jr. won an absolute war against Raoni Barcelos at UFC Vegas 121, the post-fight discussion quickly shifted to the 39-year-old veteran’s bizarre knockout. For those unfamiliar with what happened, Rosas started clinching with Barcelos along the cage in the fifth round. Rosas then managed to sweep one of Barcelos’ legs and drag …
Dana White, the UFC CEO, expressed relief upon learning that Raoni Barcelos was recovering well after a frightening incident at UFC Vegas 121. The 39-year-old veteran was involved in a contentious bout with Raul Rosas Jr., where a questionable moment occurred as Rosas swept one of Barcelos' legs and dragged him to the ground. Barcelos momentarily lost consciousness upon hitting the canvas, leading to concern among the medical team and spectators.
White stated that he was "thankful he's doing well" during a press conference following the event. The medical team was praised for their quick response, with six doctors on hand and multiple ambulances present. Barcelos was promptly taken to the trauma center rather than a general hospital. While the exact cause of Barcelos' temporary unconsciousness remains unknown, White emphasized that the Brazilian's well-being was the primary concern. As of now, there is no official prognosis or timeline for Barcelos' return to the octagon.
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