Rafael Fiziev breaks silence after crushing UFC 325 loss as brutal knockout swings momentum toward Mauricio Ruffy | International Sports News
Rafael Fiziev spoke openly after a painful night at UFC 325, where things did not go his way. Fighting in front of a loud crowd at Qudos Bank Arena, Fiziev suffered a hard loss to Mauricio Ruffy on the main card. While the fight was not for a title, it carried major weight for both men. Ruffy was chasing a top-10 spot, and Fiziev was trying to protect his place in the lightweight rankings.The fight started with promise for Fiziev. He came forward early, used pressure, and looked confident in the opening round. But everything changed in the second round. Ruffy found his moment and did not let it slip. A fast and heavy attack sent Fiziev down, ending the bout and shifting the spotlight firmly onto Ruffy.
Rafael Fiziev shares fight damage and honest message after UFC 325 loss
Before the fight, Fiziev showed confidence during the face-off. He warned his opponent clearly, saying, “I’m gonna hit you with my hands, with my elbows, with my knees, and hit my kick. I’m gonna kill that.” It was a strong message meant to set the tone.Inside the cage, however, Ruffy stayed calm and patient. After absorbing early pressure, he took advantage of what appeared to be Fiziev’s confidence turning into risk. Once he saw an opening, Ruffy moved forward with speed and power. The second round ended with Fiziev taking heavy damage, and the referee stepped in.After the fight, Fiziev did not hide from the result. He later posted a photo on social media showing his bruised and swollen face. Along with the image, he wrote a short and honest message: “I’ve got nothing to say. Got my head smashed in.”The post quickly spread among fans, many of whom praised Fiziev for being direct and real about the loss. It also showed the physical cost of fighting at the highest level of the UFC.At the same time, talk has already started about what comes next. Some fans have mentioned possible future matchups against names like Quillin Salkilld or Paddy Pimblett, but there has been no official confirmation from Ultimate Fighting Championship or UFC president Dana White.Meanwhile, Ruffy has been clear about his goals. After the win, he said he wants bigger names next and mentioned interest in fighting Paddy Pimblett or even Conor McGregor. Whether that happens remains to be seen.For now, UFC 325 will be remembered as a turning point night for both fighters.
