The headliner of UFC 292 has been recorded in the history books! Sean O’Malley’s vicious performance upset Aljamain Sterling since he lost his bantamweight title by a devastating knockout. Even more intriguing was the fact that the bout got concluded within 2 rounds courtesy of O’Malley’s consecutive blows on the ‘Funk Master’. Considering the main event, a news popped out recently on social media.
But this time it was regarding UFC head honcho Dana White’s rare step, which he took on social media. Well, the UFC boss and co. recently shared a video in light of Sean O’Malley that became a highlight on social media, but it was beyond the pale for the fans.
Dana White’s atypical move considering Sean O’Malley
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Just to let you know, UFC immediately shared the entire video of the crushing triumph of Sean O’Malley on social media. His devastating blows went on to become a spectacle for not only the crowd but also the netizens. In light of that particular video, renowned sports journalist Chamatkar Sandhu recently highlighted a startling fact in front of the fans. He reposted the same knockout scenario and also wrote a caption for it.
He quoted, “The UFC have posted the full Suga Sean O’Malley knockout on social media with no Geo restrictions. They rarely do this especially for a title fight on a PPV. The magnitude of the moment”.
The UFC have posted the full Suga Sean O'Malley knockout on social media with no Geo restrictions. They rarely do this especially for a title fight on a PPV. The magnitude of the moment.pic.twitter.com/rnmik0iZRj
— Chamatkar Sandhu (@SandhuMMA) August 20, 2023
Shedding light on an utterly rare step taken by the UFC regarding O’Malley, Sandhu went on to express the stature of the headliner. But he mentioned how atypical it was for the UFC to share the entire climax of the fight on social media. But little did he know that the post would garner varied responses from the enthusiasts.
How did the fans respond to the climax?
Seemingly, UFC’s recent step didn’t mesh with the thoughts of the fans. There is nothing new in the fact that various steps taken by the UFC in the past have also garnered attention, as did this one. Also, the fans were surely not on the fence this time around. They laid it straight on the surfaced video featuring O’Malley’s vicious knockout.
Dana is trying his hardest to make him a household now
— Dp (@DP_three3) August 20, 2023
The fan above seemed to highlight Dana White’s intentions regarding Sean O’Malley.
Couldn’t believe it when I saw them post the full knockout. They were ready for Suga to win and begin the mainstream push
— The Knockout Corner (@KnockoutCorner) August 20, 2023
A fan seemed surprised to see the entire video being surfaced on social media.
Early stoppage. That was so lucky. Aljo was on his knee's
O'Malley would have claimed he didn't loss + early stoppage if you switched roles
— alex winters (@alexwinters88) August 20, 2023
Apparently, not being convinced of the decision, the fan had his say.
It's shocking really. Sean has a better marketable face for them. 🤑 🤑 🤑
— MANOFSTEEL (@EMEKADAVINCI) August 20, 2023
Another fan startled to see the entire climate.
Dana White is blushing and tickled inside. He looked so happy wrapping that belt around the waist of #SugaSean lol.
— Mitch Arbor (@ArborMitch13) August 20, 2023
Taking a dig at the UFC kingpin, the fan had his say.
Literally the most picture perfect right hand ever thrown
— silvr.eth (@xSilverrr) August 20, 2023
This fan hailed O’Malley as he thinks it was a ‘picture perfect’ right hand.
But they still couldn’t shutdown the 5th link I tried tonight 😂
— Lil’ Xeet (@Steve1der) August 20, 2023
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The fan had his own satire, considering the entire scenario.
The fans indeed had a lot to say about Dana White’s deed. They might be apprehensive, thinking of the push O’Malley may get after capturing the ultimate gold. The scenario might not be new for Dana White since he has been facing allegations ever since the bout got fixed.
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However, White laid it bare as he tried to clear up all the allegations recently and stood up for himself. While he is surrounded by a string of questions, what do you think? Is there any such thing? What could be the prospect for Sean O’Malley with the gold? Let us know in the comments.
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