UFC Vegas 109 contained in particular one highlight that fans were concerned about a member of the selection.
Elia Smith delivered a knockout of the annual candidate by beating Toshiomi Kazama in the first round to include his second victory in the Octagon.
The violent finish earned the 22-year-old a performance of the night bonus under a night of impressive displays.
After he was immediately taken to a hospital, the UFC gave a positive update about the status of Kazama after fans feared the worst.
Karyn Bryant shared that his CT -Scans had returned negatively and he was expected to be fired quickly, which quickly led to a follow -up declaration of his team.
Hirotaka Nakada corrects post-fighting statement after the scary knockout loss of Toshiomi Kazama
Former Jager Hirotaka Nakada was in the corner of Toshiomi Kazama when he suffered one of the most devastating knockout losses of the year.
After fans were relieved to hear a positive update about the Japanese hunter after caring scenes at the UFC Apex, the same can be said for his coaches.
In a message on social media, Nakada shared a photo of Kazama's priority after he was fired from the hospital and showed him that he was going to work on his hamburger after the fight.
His coach posted the photo on his Instagram story next to the translated caption: “Five boys in the defeat. I am so happy to live.”
When a message from Full MMA on X ate the quote to Kazama itself, Nakada corrected the statement and thanked the account.
“He didn't say, I am relieved like his friend and his corner man. But he is good for now, thank you.”
He did not say that I am relieved as his friend and his corner man. But he is good for now, thank you.
– 中田大貴 Hirotaka Isa Nakada (@hirotaka_mma) 10 August 2025
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'Rampage' Jackson responds to Elia Smith who shouts him after replying his SLAM Ko
From the moment Elia Smith made contact with a huge slam -Knock -out, many fans were reminded of an iconic finish from the past of MMA.
Smith referred to this by screaming a hunter who was known for producing several slam knockouts during his legendary career, Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson.
This quickly found his way to Jackson, who gave his opinion over the finish via an Instagram post.
Smith also showed compassion with his opponent in his interview after the fight and said he will pray that he “makes it safe at home”.