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There are several MMA fighters who like to have their own authentic ways of celebrating a victory. Sometimes those celebrations are funny and epic, however, sometimes those celebrations do not work out well. One such incident of a celebration failure went viral online and MMA fans took notice of it and reacted to it on social media.

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People always remember fighters like Anderson Silva who celebrated his wins by playing fake guitars and even dancing like the pop legend, Michael Jackson. However, there have been numerous instances when athletes go out to perform victory celebrations but get an instant karmic reaction the second they try them.

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One such celebration failure took place recently. A fighter was seen trying to climb the cage fence after his victory. Moreover, he planned on trying to show off a backflip move from the top of the cage to the floor. However, the fighter failed miserably and landed flat on his bottom. He was seen frustrated and embarrassed after he failed to pull out his backflip. A video of that failed celebration went viral online.

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MMA fans react to the failed celebration attempt

Many fans reacted to the video clip which was posted on Instagram. Let us look at some of those reactions.

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  • He might have been a bit concussed, Was he planning on flipping out of the cage?
  • flip back or slip back
  • He’s not gunna be doing that again
  • Embarrassing Just do something like say “Thank You” & forget the post-win shenanigans.
  • Walker and this guy should team up
  • the pain is ordinary, but the embarrassment is extraordinary.
  • Always the embarrassment kick afterwards.

One MMA fan believes that the fighter might have been concussed after that fall. While many suggested that fighters should skip such celebratory actions and just get on with the win. Many fans even claimed that the MMA fighter in the video should team up with UFC’s Johnny Walker, who dislocated his shoulder due to a celebration after his win at UFC 235. Even Joe Rogan talked about Walker’s celebration in his podcast.

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There will always be fighters who are always high on energy and like putting on a show in the presence of the crowd. Thus, it is more likely that we will witness such exuberant celebrations from MMA fighters time and again. Some might succeed and some might fail.

What are your thoughts? Drop your comments below.

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Himanga Mahanta is a Senior UFC Writer at EssentiallySports and a key pillar of the combat sports team. With over three years in sports journalism, he leads the site’s MMA PPV Live Coverage Desk, closely working with real-time updates, in-depth analysis, and trend-driven insights that keep fans ahead of the curve. From breaking news and beat reports to exclusive stories and sharp opinion pieces, Himanga’s coverage spans the full spectrum of the MMA world. His insightful reporting has earned recognition within the combat sports community, including mentions from notable figures such as Chael Sonnen. A keen observer of fight dynamics and a devoted Conor McGregor fan, Himanga blends passion with journalistic precision, making his work a reliable go-to for UFC followers worldwide.

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