Shogun apologizes after defeat, but is applauded

Breaking expectations at the Jeunesse Arena, in Rio de Janeiro. legend of MMAMaurício Shogun retired from the sport with a technical knockout loss to the Ukrainian Ihor Potieria at UFC 283. The fans, however, did their part.

• Shogun’s fight was the only one on the preliminary card where the crowd sang the entire time. Whether it’s the name of the fighter or “Shogun is coming and he’s going to get it”.
• The Brazilian was applauded the moment he joined the fight.
• The fans practically fell silent with tension at the opponent’s final blows. In the end, the feeling turned to sadness with defeat.
• “Guys, sorry. I wanted to end with a win. I tried my best, but I couldn’t. Fighting here today… I’m tired. I’ve been fighting for 21 years, I’ve been in the UFC for 16. Thank you UFC for everything, to my fans. You have always been my biggest fuel” Shogun, after defeat.
• All the fans shouted the Brazilian’s name after the setback. He spent some time moaning in the Octagon, but the arena gave him a standing ovation.
• Shogun says goodbye after more than 20 years of career as a professional fighter, starting in Vale-Tudo and accompanying the evolution of the modality to MMA.
• At the end of the duel, Potieria went to Shogun, knelt down and exchanged words with the Brazilian. The Ukrainian was booed in the meantime, but offered words of support for his country in the post-victory interview.
• “Glory to Ukraine, glory to all heroes” The pottery.

Maurício Shogun’s fight closed out the preliminary card for UFC 283, in Rio de Janeiro. He was the fourth Brazilian defeated by a foreigner on the night. Another four won, while two fights were between “home” athletes.