The recently concluded, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) season of 291 witnessed some of the most electrifying and intense matches in its history. However, the peak of excitement was reached during the lightweight challenge between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje. The thrilling encounter not only captivated fans worldwide but also garnered attention from celebrities and sports icons.

One such individual who was visibly impressed by the sheer strength and athleticism displayed during the match was Chris Bumstead. This captivating moment captured the attention of fans and celebrities alike, including the bodybuilding legend and 4x Mr. Olympia classic physique champion, Chris Bumstead. 

Chris Bumstead Left left in utter shock with the insane strength

Bumstead is a bodybuilding icon known for pushing the limits and achieving an exceptional physique. He took to Twitter to share his reaction to the exhilarating moment. He posted the video clip capturing Gaethje’s powerful side-kick that had left Dustin Poirier momentarily staggered.

With a quick burst of movement, he launched a strong side-kick aimed at Dustin’s face. The impact of the kick was so fierce that it sent Poirier stumbling backward, struggling to maintain his balance. 

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As the match between Poirier and Gaethje reached its conclusion, it was Justin Gaethje who emerged victorious, earning the prestigious BMF title. In his tweet, Bumstead praised both fighters for their extraordinary skills, sportsmanship, and the intensity they brought to the octagon. “Unreal @Justin_Gaethje Congratulations, brother!!”, he wrote in the caption. 

While his recent revelation about his affection towards UFC might have surprised some fans but this is not the first time the bodybuilding legend has shown his excitement for the sport. Recently, a similar instance was observed when he replied to what to eat expressing his excitement for the debut of the former kickboxer, Alex Pereira, in the UFC Lightweight category.

The tweet showed Alex standing on a wing machine and announcing his debut, and Bumstead couldn’t resist expressing his enthusiasm. This game is a surprise to his fans as Bumstead has never opened up about his nuclear nation towards Alex or the UFC. The reply guarded a lot of attention across social media platforms as fans flooded the comment section with their unique takes. 

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Overall, Bumstead’s tweet shows that he has the utmost respect for all sports and the athletes who give their lives in achieving greatness. Bumstead’s open attitude toward acknowledging someone’s effort is something that every athlete should learn,