LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — It’s a party at the hospital … and all fighters are welcome!
No. 6-ranked Lightweight, Rafael Fiziev, suffered a devastating leg injury in the second round of UFC Vegas 79’s main event against Mateusz Gamrot last night (Sat., Sept. 23, 2023), resulting in a disappointing technical knockout loss (watch highlights).
There isn’t a confirmation on what kind of knee injury “Ataman” sustained; however, it is believed to be a torn ACL, according to sports surgeon, Dr. David Abbasi.
Fiziev clearly tore his ACL. From video my first 1st image shows his knee slid forward consistent w ACL tear.
2nd image knee slid back into place.Will likely get ACL surgery- likely out for 9-12 months. #fiziev #acl #UFCVegas79 https://t.co/PpJODHzxcp pic.twitter.com/fUcGB14kru
— David Abbasi, MD (@DrDavidAbbasi) September 24, 2023
Following his devastating main event loss at UFC Vegas 79, Fiziev shared a video of his hospital visit. In the video, Featherweight Bryce Mitchell and UFC veteran, Michelle Waterson-Gomez, can be seen (sadly).
“Look, everybody is here,” Fiziev said. “What is the business? What is the business, guys? The best business in the world. Everybody here. Alhamdulillah.”
Rafael Fiziev shares a video of him at the hospital with Bryce Mitchell & Michelle Waterson-Gomez pic.twitter.com/swxw2VQweI
— MMA Mania (@mmamania) September 24, 2023
Fiziev, 30, has now lost two in a row after rattling off six straight wins, which included a knockout of former Lightweight champion, Rafael dos Anjos (watch highlights) and a highlight-finish of Brad Riddell.
Keep it locked to MMAMania.com for all the upcoming updates on Fiziev’s unfortunate knee injury and what his mixed martial arts (MMA) future holds.
For complete UFC Vegas 79 results, coverage, and highlights click HERE.