‘This is special’ MMA fighters react to Brandon Moreno’s flyweight title win over Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 283

The flyweight title fight between Brandon Moreno and Deiveson Figueiredo co-headlined UFC 283. It was the fourth straight fight for both fighters in the octagon. Although the degree was expected, Figueiredo did his best to earn the respect of other MMA fighters and fans. Reactions from the pro-fighters flooded social media.

Before that, at UFC 283, a flyweight title fight took place between the two. Where Brandon Moreno came out with a win over Deiveson Figueiredo.

Although their previous record was pretty much the same. Figueiredo, also known as the “God of War,” entered the ring with a record of 21-3-1 after going 6-1-1 overall in his last eight bouts. On the other hand, The Assassin Baby entered the ring with a record of 21-6-2 after going 6-1-2 in his last eight bouts.

However, records are just numbers inside the octagon. Having better records in the last eight games didn’t win the match for the Brazilian MMA fighter. The fight ended with a big punch in round three that caused Figgy’s eye to close.

The Mexican was spectacular in the ring today; He outclassed the champion in the first two rounds before landing the final punch. The big hit was so bad that the doctor entered the ring, leading to the decision that the two-time UFC flyweight champion cannot continue.

Can we finally put this fight behind us?! 😂 Next comes Pantoja. #UFC283

— Eric Nicksick (@Eric_XCMMA) January 22, 2023

Nothing dirty at all, clean shot from new champion Brandon Moreno! #UFC283 he really outdid Figgy tonight. He cruised

— Daniel Cormier (@dc_mma) January 22, 2023

That was a strong performance by Moreno 👏🏼 #UFC283

– Alan Jouban (@AlanJouban) January 22, 2023

Fair play. It’s impossible to fight with one eye.

— michael (@bisping) January 22, 2023

Moreno is a savage!

— The Diamond (@DustinPoirier) January 22, 2023

They already book Figgy x Moreno V #UFC283

— #OnAmission4Gold (@KelvinGastelum) January 22, 2023

Give me Fegureido! Easy #1 Flyweight Fight!

— Muhammad Mokaev (@muhammadmokaev) January 22, 2023

Figueiredo is the dirtiest fighter in the world #ufc #UFC283

– Justin Gaethje 🇺🇸 (@Justin_Gaethje) January 22, 2023

1-0 Moreno

– Justin Gaethje 🇺🇸 (@Justin_Gaethje) January 22, 2023

This is something special. That’s history. The quadrilogy is before us. LFG @Daico_Deiveson 🇧🇷🔥

— Henry Cejudo (@HenryCejudo) January 22, 2023

The last time these 2 will ever fight? Who wins?

— michael (@bisping) January 22, 2023

This next fight is hard to call out… I feel like Figgy and Moreno are destined to fight each other forever lol… I vote for Moreno. Will be a good fight either way! let’s go #UFC283

— Wonderboy (@WonderboyMMA) January 22, 2023

This is not a competition. Come on Herb Dean. #UFC283

— Henry Cejudo (@HenryCejudo) January 22, 2023

Afterwards, many professional MMA fighters congratulated and cheered the 29-year-old on social media. Many credited the former champion’s efforts but admitted it was Moreno’s night at UFC 283. Some fans even started counting the victories, leading the Mexican 1-0.

Figgy Smalls is reportedly set to switch to bantamweight due to weight gain. However, he was quick to respond to the rumor with a positive sign, but he won’t continue if he has to face his friend Henry Cejudo in the cage.