Raoni Barcelos coach gives update after KO loss to Raul Rosas Jr.
Key Points:
- Raoni Barcelos was knocked out during a takedown by Raul Rosas Jr. in the fifth round of the UFC Fight Night 289 main event, despite leading on the scorecards.
- The knockout occurred when Rosas Jr. landed a trip takedown along the fence, with possible head-to-chin contact causing Barcelos to lose consciousness upon hitting the mat.
- Barcelos was stretchered out and taken to a Level 1 trauma center, where he underwent a CT scan and comprehensive evaluation.
- UFC veteran Davi Ramos, part of Barcelos' team, confirmed that Barcelos regained consciousness, is moving and speaking, and is expected to recover fully pending further tests.
- The UFC stated Barcelos is stable, alert, responsive, and under medical supervision, with updates to be provided as his condition evolves.