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What Happened?
Andre Lima, a UFC star, found humor in being bitten during his debut fight. Fellow Brazilian Igor Severino left teeth marks on Lima's arm during UFC Vegas 89 prelims.
The Tattoo
Lima decided to commemorate the bite mark by getting a tattoo of it. The fresh ink included a humorous caption above and below the teeth marks, referencing the incident.
The Bonus
After the fight, UFC President Dana White rewarded Lima with an additional £39,000 bonus, increasing it to a total of £50,000. White shared a photo of Lima's tattoo on his Instagram story, expressing his admiration for the gesture.
Consequences for Severino
Severino, the fighter who bit Lima, faced severe repercussions for his actions. He was cut from the MMA promotion by White, who criticized his behavior and highlighted the potential consequences with the NSAC.
