Ray Longo criticizes Prochazka's excuses, Ulberg questions mercy claim

Ray Longo, coach to Merab Dvalishvili and Aljamain Sterling, delivered sharp criticism of Jiri Prochazka's post-fight explanation that he lost because he showed mercy. Longo suggested mental health issues in MMA should be discussed, referencing Prochazka's unconventional methods like standing on his head and drinking his own urine, and stated Prochazka simply made a major mistake rather than showing pity. Carlos Ulberg also disputed Prochazka's mercy narrative, claiming fear was the real issue and accusing Prochazka of playing to the audience. Ulberg noted that Prochazka didn't approach him after the fight and suggested everything Prochazka does is designed for public reaction. Ulberg added that he believes Prochazka's mercy excuse is an attempt to secure a rematch, which Ulberg doesn't think will happen as he predicts Magomed Ankalaev will dominate Prochazka.