Angry Brazilian Fans Throw Beer, Bottles At Brandon Moreno After Controversial Finish At UFC 283

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Brandon Moreno felt the wrath of Brazilian fans after UFC 283.

During his fight against Deiveson Figueiredo on Saturday night, Moreno punched his opponent in the eye. While the punch appeared legal on replay, Figueiredo and fans believed it was a poke.

Brandon Moreno’s winning shot #UFC283

CLEAN. pic.twitter.com/ZVaW3f9eRM

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Figueiredo was unable to continue after his eye completely closed shut due to the punch.

IT'S ALL OVER! The doctor has called a stop between rounds due to a Figueiredo eye injury

Brandon leaves #UFC283 with a TKO victory and the title! pic.twitter.com/cFiHnPx5Hg

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While leaving the cage, angry Brazilian fans threw beer at Moreno.

Fans in Brazil threw stuff at Brandon Moreno, security had to cover & rush him out of there pic.twitter.com/e1ygDxMsvL

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