Davison Leader Expresses Concerns Over Potential Severe Injury
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Crashing through the dawn, ex-UFC lightweight champ Deiveson Figueiredo met his defeat against Cory Sandhagen, bowing out via TKO in round two due to a knee issue. Shortly post-fight, Figueiredo took to social media with a succinct message about his setback:
"Life throws us punches we don't always desire, but the show must roll on. I send my gratitude to the Big Guy upstairs, my dear family, my dedicated crew, and each of you staunch believers and vocal supporters."
Though details are yet to emerge completely, initial reports suggest Figueiredo might've sprained his knee, avoiding the need for surgery – a significantly less severe outcome compared to tears and their consequent surgical interventions.
This loss marks the second straight defeat for Figueiredo, following his decision loss to former weight-class frontrunner Petr Yan in a five-round match last November. Before the skid, "God of War" boasted wins in three successive bouts in his new weight class.
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Deiveson Figueiredo is currently in recovery, nursing a knee injury sustained during his battle against Cory Sandhagen at UFC Des Moines. His recovery seems promising, with MRI results on the horizon to pinpoint the full extent of the injury[2]. Despite this obstacle, Figueiredo keeps his spirits high and remains adamant about reemerging more robust, taking pride in his tenacity as a fighter[1][3]. His manager, Alex Davis, echoes this sentiment[2].
In his initial public statement since the injury, Figueiredo shared on Instagram, thanking his well-wishers and viewing this as just another chapter in his career, saying, "Wins aren't always ours, but the struggle persists"[3][4]. No formal timeline for his comeback has been announced, as the nature of the injury and the ensuing recovery time depend on the MRI results.
- Bookmakers may potentially consider Deiveson Figueiredo's recent loss to Cory Sandhagen, alongside his previous defeat to Petr Yan, when setting odds for Figueiredo's future mixed-martial-arts fights in the UFC.
- Despite the setback, Figueiredo's manager, Alex Davis, remains optimistic about Figueiredo's recovery, expressing confidence that Figueiredo will return stronger after addressing his knee injury.
- In the world of sports, particularly UFC, a fighter's resilience, such as Figueiredo's, often earns them respect from fans and – potentially – bookmakers.
- Figueiredo's tear in his knee – though preliminary reports suggest it's a sprain – could have far-reaching implications for his position in the UFC's mixed-martial-arts rankings, as well as the betting market.
