Cory Sandhagen Details Significant Injuries Sustained in Mario Bautista Bout

Following his unanimous decision loss to Mario Bautista at UFC 329, bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen has detailed the significant physical toll the fight took on him. The matchup marked a rematch between the two fighters, with Sandhagen having defeated Bautista by submission back in 2019.

However, in their second encounter, it was Bautista who secured the victory. Sandhagen's revelation comes after the fight, indicating that the damage sustained was considerable and impacted his performance or recovery.

While the specific nature and severity of Sandhagen's injuries were not fully disclosed in the initial reports, the term 'serious' suggests they could impact his immediate future in the Octagon. The outcome of this fight, coupled with the revealed injuries, sets up a period of recovery and reassessment for the talented bantamweight.