“100 miles with Goggins will fix it” – Tony Ferguson’s late reveal of fighting through torn MCL against Paddy Pimblett trolled by Team Sean O’Malley

Tim Welch of Team Sean O'Malley takes a jab at Tony Ferguson for revealing MCL injury prior to his UFC 296 fight.

“100 miles with Goggins will fix it” – Tony Ferguson’s late reveal of fighting through torn MCL against Paddy Pimblett trolled by Team Sean O’Malley

Tim Welch of Team Sean O'Malley criticizes Tony Ferguson for fighting with an MCL injury against Paddy Pimblett (via YouTube/ The Mac Life)

Tony Ferguson recently described his difficulties during his bout against Paddy Pimblett at UFC 296. Despite suffering his sixth consecutive loss, Ferguson revealed that he fought with a torn MCL in his right knee. He shed some light on his physical challenges leading up to and during the fight. This revelation faced some comments from team Sean O’Malley, especially Tim Welch.

Tony Ferguson took to Instagram to discuss the facts of his medical situation. He stated that he suffered an MCL rupture two weeks before Thanksgiving. Despite the seriousness of the injuries, he pushed through the agony and concentrated on his training. The former interim champion’s dedication to his preparation was clear. This is what he posted on Instagram:

Tunnel Vision” A Week Before Thanksgiving I F*cked My Sh*t Up During A Practice Sesh, MCL Tear. I Kept It To Myself & Put It Behind Me Til After The Fight. I Trained Like No One Knew, Sh*t Hurt So Good. Three Weeks Before Fight Time Told A Few Of My Crew. Nothing Changed.
Tony Ferguson via Instagram
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Ferguson’s Instagram post also described his recent operations, which addressed bone fragments in his elbow. The procedures were completed in a timely manner. Ferguson’s perseverance and drive to return to peak condition is nothing short of admirable. This shows his grit and determination even in the face of adversity.

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Ferguson is determined to get back to his fight career. Even UFC CEO Dana White has voiced a wish to see Ferguson retire. However, the 39-year-old fighter appears unshakable in his dedication to the sport and his personal road to redemption.

Tim Welch addresses Tony Ferguson’s injury reveal

Tim Welch from Team Sean O’Malley recently took shots at Tony Ferguson. This came after Ferguson revealed that he fought Paddy Pimblett with a torn MCL at UFC 296. Welch sarcastically mocked Tony about his grueling routine with Goggins.

Tim Welch berates Tony Ferguson for revealing injury about 2 months after UFC 296
Tim Welch berates Tony Ferguson for revealing injury about 2 months after UFC 296 (via Instagram/MMA Fighting)

Welch sarcastically suggested that completing a difficult 100-mile run with David Goggins may solve Ferguson’s problems. The backstory is that Tony was completing the Hell Week with Goggins before his UFC 296 fight. Here is what Welch had to say:

I think 100 miles with Goggins prolly fix it.
Tim Welch via X

Welch’s response reflects a viewpoint that doubts Ferguson’s decision to reveal publicly the difficulties he had during the fight. Welch’s statement speaks to a larger discussion in the MMA world. Fighters should limit how much information they should post about their health problems after the fight.

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