Mauricio Rua’s first UFC fight in 15 months ended in complete disaster, as short notice replacement Anthony Smith knocked him unconscious in just 89 seconds at Sunday’s UFC Hamburg main event. The former light heavyweight champion was on a three-fight winning streak and seemingly close to a title shot, but Smith put an end to those hopes in emphatic fashion.
“Shogun” has since released a statement on his official Instagram page about the loss, and while no mention was made about his immediate future in the sport, he did take the time to congratulate “Lionheart” on his big victory.