TONY FERGUSON was placed under medical suspension after his horrific loss to Michael Chandler.
In the second round of UFC 274, the former interim lightweight champion was the subject of a highlight-reel knockout.
Tony Ferguson was brutally defeated by Michael Chandler at UFC 274
Chandler's front kick was so perfect that Ferguson fell to the ground and left him looking disfigured.
After the first loss in his career, the Arizona Boxing and MMA Commission handed the fan favorite a 60-day suspension.
Ferguson, 38, will not be allowed to compete in contact training or participate in any competitions unless he is cleared by a doctor.
After being examined by the UFC's medical team, El Cucuy was immediately taken to the hospital.
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After CT scans showed that he had not sustained any serious injuries, he was quickly released.
Ferguson lost to Chandler for the fourth time in succession, the other three being Justin Gaethje and Charles Oliveira.
UFC President Dana White insists that the Ultimate Fighter season 13 winner hasn't lost his mind. She said in the post-fight press conference, "He looked damn good during that first round.
"But that was an extremely vicious knockout. But I believe Tony should take some time to recover from that knockout.
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"Tony looked pretty good up until he was caught.
"And you know that anyone can be caught with anything in this game."
Ferguson took to Twitter Monday to voice his disappointment and wrote: "Congratulations @MikeChandlerMMA for his win at UFC 274.
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"Had lots fun in there, your fans are F *_ wild I love this shit! It feels good to be home and hungry again.
"We were just getting started. We wish you the best in your next fight-championship.
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