Glover Teixeira details Raoni Barcelos’ health scare at UFC Vegas 121

Raoni Barcelos was transported to a hospital for emergency care after losing consciousness during the fifth round of his main event clash with Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC Vegas 121. While Barcelos held an advantage on the scorecards, he went unconscious without an apparent impact. Corner member Glover Teixeira later stated that medical tests confirmed brain swelling, describing the loss of consciousness as a defense mechanism from the body.

Teixeira noted that he and Barcelos’ father initially questioned if an accidental headbutt had occurred. Following the incident, Teixeira criticized referee Herb Dean for the timing of his intervention in the fight. Barcelos was discharged from the hospital three days after the event. Teixeira indicated that the 39-year-old fighter will undergo further medical testing to determine the potential impact on his future career.