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A Gruesome Injury
Former UFC champion Fabricio Werdum faced a horrifying moment during his bare-knuckle fight against Junior dos Santos. The Brazilian fighters went head-to-head at the Gamebred Fighting Championship in Florida, with Dos Santos ultimately winning by split decision. However, Werdum paid a heavy price, suffering a brutal eye wound that left him covered in blood.
A Shocking Encounter
The three-round fight took a gruesome turn when Werdum sustained a horrific injury to his left eye. The 46-year-old's eyelid was partially sliced open, leaving fans in shock. As blood dripped down his face, it was clear that Werdum had also suffered a smaller cut above his other eye.
Fans React
The shocking injury did not go unnoticed by fans, who took to social media to express their astonishment. One fan remarked, "His eyelid is hanging on for dear life," while another referred to the fight as "the most violent show on Earth." A third fan offered their respect to Werdum, calling him a "warrior" and praising his performance.
A Former Champion
Werdum's recent bout marked his first fight since May 2021. The Brazilian fighter is no stranger to success, as he once held the UFC heavyweight championship title. Werdum claimed the title in 2015 after defeating Cain Velasquez. However, his reign was short-lived, as he lost the belt the following year to Stipe Miocic. In 2020, Werdum made the decision to leave the UFC and signed with the Professional Fighters League and later the Gamebred Fighting Championship.
Dos Santos' Victory
As for Dos Santos, this win marked his second victory over Werdum. The two fighters had previously faced each other in 2008. The victory put an end to Dos Santos' losing streak of five straight losses, providing him with a much-needed boost in his career.
