That’s intense! Over the years, you may have seen some pretty gripping interviews. But very few would come close to this recent interview by former Middleweight champ Alex Pereira. 

In a recent interaction with a renowned UFC translator, the ‘Poatan’ made sure to leave a lasting impression. To the extent that the interpreter was “speechless,” and his “brain froze.” The Brazilian has been making quite the headlines recently. Ever since his weight-class change, fans and MMA gurus have rallied behind the ‘Poatan,’ lauding his move to the Light Heavyweight division. But what exactly transpired between the fighter and the interpreter? Let’s find out!

Viral encounter with Alex Pereira makes UFC translator ‘speechless’

In a recent episode of ESPN MMA’s game segment, UFC stars were spotted discussing their red flags. During the game, former MW champ Alex Pereira got into an intriguing conversation with a well-known UFC translator, Fabiano Buskei. The translator’s resemblance to Hollywood director Christopher Nolan added an extra layer of curiosity to the interaction.

During the game, when asked about his second red flag, Pereira responded with a serious expression, stating, “I don’t have much experience doing this, because not many people dare to interrupt me…”

He then turned to the translator and asked, “If I was talking to you, would you cut me off?”

Though the clip cuts off after this part of the interview, the interaction left a mark on the translator. Buskei later shared the encounter on Twitter, revealing his astonishing reaction to Pereira’s question. Moreover, he amusingly recounted, “My brain froze, my heart stopped, my soul left me, and I was speechless.” The intense moment left him hearing loud voices in his head, all telling him to “S…T…F…U…”

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In the same vein, he humorously explained that surviving the encounter was akin to thriving, emphasizing the impact Pereira’s query had on him. The viral tweet garnered widespread attention, with fans offering humorous reactions and playful banter.

What’s more – as the video continues to circulate online, fans eagerly await more behind-the-scenes interactions between the UFC translator and the charismatic fighters, hoping for more lighthearted and entertaining moments in the world of mixed martial arts.

But what do you make of the intriguing interaction? What would you have done if you were in the UFC interpreter’s shoes? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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