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Raoni Barcelos collapses during UFC Vegas 121 main event

Sherdog • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 3:26 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Raoni Barcelos collapses during UFC Vegas 121 main event

Summary

During UFC Vegas 121, Raoni Barcelos collapsed late in the main event while engaged in a wrestling exchange. Commentator Paul Felder reported that Barcelos went limp against the Octagon wall, prompting the referee to stop the fight. Barcelos was immediately taken out on a stretcher and transported to a hospital, where he was later confirmed to be conscious and responsive. Felder expressed concern, recalling his alarm as medical staff checked Barcelos' pulse. Barcelos has since addressed fans via social media, saying he is doing well and currently remains under medical supervision.

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Key Details

•Raoni Barcelos collapsed during the main event at UFC Vegas 121.
•Paul Felder expressed concern for Barcelos' health during commentary.
•Barcelos was transported to the hospital after the incident.
•He has since reassured fans he is doing well.
•Barcelos remains under medical supervision following the collapse.

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3:26 AMSherdog — Paul Felder: ‘I thought he had a heart attack’ at UFC Vegas 121

What they're saying

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Paul Felder has witnessed several shocking moments during his years working Ultimate Fighting Championship events, but Raoni Barcelos’ collapse at UFC Vegas 121 left him particularly shaken.
— Sherdogby SouravChakraborty@sherdog.com (Sourav Chakraborty)

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