Among the high points of Saturday’s blockbuster UFC 268 event was Marlon Vera’s front kick knockout win over Frankie Edgar. What made it more noteworthy was the photo of that exact moment that will now be forever associated with “The Answer’s” legacy.
This photo of Frankie Edgar from last night might honestly be one of the most brutal punchfaces I've ever seen. ( : @louisgrasse) pic.twitter.com/bJ0PjieiHS
— Shaheen Al-Shatti (@shaunalshatti) November 7, 2021
The image drew attention, as expected. “Chito” described it as a “f—ked up” photo, but understands it as part of the nature of the game.