Steve Erceg has spoken out for the primary time since suffering the worst defeat of his profession.
The one-time flyweight title challenger squared off against Ramazan Temirov within the UFC Abu Dhabi co-main event.
What was billed as a pick ’em fight ended up being a mismatch as Temirov scored a brutal first-round knockout win over Steve Erceg.
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Watch Steve Erceg react to his UFC Abu Dhabi loss
Steve Erceg gave fans a health update in the course of the early hours of Sunday morning.
The 30-year-old Australian insisted he was doing high-quality after suffering a scary faceplant KO loss.
‘Astro Boy’ thanked his supporters and vowed to return to the Octagon after a fifth profession defeat.
“Hey guys, just wanted to envision in and let you already know that I’m okay,” Erceg said in an Instagram video.
“I had an amazing camp, felt implausible, but unfortunately things don’t at all times go your way.
“To start with, thanks to the UFC for all of the opportunities you’ve afforded me. Thanks to Abu Dhabi for the hospitality, and congratulations to Sharabutdin on an amazing fight.
“Lastly, I’d prefer to say to all my family and friends that your continuous support means the world.
“I’ll be back. Thanks.”
Fans rally around Steve Erceg
Steve Erceg still boasts a robust fanbase, despite suffering 4 defeats in his last six fights.
The highest 15 flyweight’s comment section was filled with supportive messages after UFC Abu Dhabi.
“You’ll be back, legend. Everyone knows you’ll,” one fan said. While one other added: “Still the person, brother!”
“Can’t wait to see you come back! We only learn and grow. All love,” a 3rd person commented.
“I wish you a speedy recovery and hope you come back soon,” another person wrote.
“At all times gonna support you, bro,” one other X user tweeted.
“You probably did an excellent job, but he was one other level fighter. I wish all one of the best in your next fight,” a sixth fan said.
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