Joanderson Brito discusses his pants removal after UFC Vegas 118 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Joanderson Brito celebrated his victory at UFC Fight Night 278 by removing his pants in the cage. After submitting Jordan Leavitt in Round 1, Brito expressed his excitement and joy, calling the moment spontaneous. This fight marked his 10th in the UFC, and he is now seeking new opportunities within the organization. Brito is open to fighting on short notice, particularly with a scheduled fight on June 20.
- •Brito submitted Jordan Leavitt in Round 1 with a front choke.
- •He celebrated by removing his pants, calling it an excited moment.
- •This was Brito's 10th fight in the UFC.
- •He is aiming for more opportunities, including a potential fight on June 20.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Joanderson Brito explains why he took his pants off at UFC Vegas 118
""Joanderson Brito, why'd you take your pants off?"
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