‘This is Going to be a Quicker Recovery’- Chris Weidman Provides Update Following His Second Leg Surgery

Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman took to social media and provided fans with an update on his recent surgery. ‘The All-American’ underwent his second leg surgery that was initially not on the cards per early diagnosis. However, Weidman went through with the surgery and revealed that he’s in a much better place than he was before.

Weidman suffered a potentially career-ending injury when he faced off against Uriah Hall at UFC 261 in Jacksonville, Florida. ‘Prime Time’ Hall checked a leg kick early into the contest and Chris Weidman suffered an immediate leg break. From the moment contact was established, it was clear that Chris Weidman had suffered a horrific injury.

Chris Weidman: On the mend

‘The All-American’ provided a much-needed update on his second procedure that has seemingly gone well. In a brief clip, Weidman revealed that the surgery went well despite it overshooting the expected duration. He reaffirmed his belief going ahead with a second procedure was the right decision.

“I got no pain right now. I got a nerve block from like waist down so no pain. Just feel like a little nauseous and tired. Surgery went well. I feel really good about this surgery. Even when I was crutching myself into this bedroom, such a better experience than the last surgery.”

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“The surgery was supposed to be anywhere between an hour and two hours, it ended up being three hours.”

“There were some things that went down in there that they didn’t foresee happening and they had to make some changes which I’ll get into. I’m just happy. I feel like this is going to be quicker recovery and way less painful and I feel like I made the right decision.”

The MMA world is waiting with bated breath to see if Chris Weidman steps under the bright lights once more. He’s given the fans many memorable moments to savor in the octagon and everyone wants to see him bounce back. Not to mention, he still believes he has a championship run in him and is ready to act on his plan.

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