Ray Longo and Carlos Ulberg criticize Jiri Prochazka's 'mercy' excuse

Ray Longo, coach of Merab Dvalishvili and Aljamain Sterling, stated that Jiri Prochazka's claim of showing mercy is absurd and that the Czech fighter simply made a critical mistake. Longo suggested mental health in MMA needs discussion, referencing Prochazka's unusual training methods and his post-fight confusion. Carlos Ulberg dismissed Prochazka's mercy narrative, saying it was fear and hesitation that cost him the fight. Ulberg believes Prochazka is playing to the crowd and making excuses to secure a rematch, which Ulberg doubts will happen. The New Zealander also noted tension at City Kickboxing gym between himself and Israel Adesanya, with neither supporting each other's recent performances.