Injuries in UFC: Fighters Keep Going Despite Health Struggles

Fighting in the UFC is no walk in the park. Each time fighters step into the octagon, they risk getting hurt. Even top fighters like Alex Pereira and Conor McGregor aren't immune to injuries – they can happen before or during the fight. The UFC 307 event saw several fighters competing with serious health issues. For example, Sean O’Malley fought with a hip injury, while Alex Pereira won despite having injured ribs and a viral fever. Kayla Harrison's health condition before her UFC 307 fight raised concerns. She had an infection that was spreading, and she needed antibiotics. Despite this, she managed to win her fight against Ketlen Vieira by a unanimous decision. "I had to go to the hospital the week before," Harrison told TMZ Sports. "I was peeing blood." Even after winning, she wasn't satisfied with her performance.

UFC president Dana White addressed these concerns at the DWCS: Post-Fight Press Conference. He acknowledged that fighters often fight with injuries, just like in the NFL. "Every Saturday, you gotta assume that these athletes have something going on," White said. Harrison has an impressive record of 18-1 and could be a strong contender against Amanda Nunes. However, White wasn't sure about this matchup. He mentioned that many factors need to be considered before arranging such a fight. Fans and media often debate whether it's inevitable for fighters to be less than 100% healthy during UFC fights. What do you think?

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