Ray Longo, trainer of Merab Dvalishvili and Aljamain Sterling, criticized Jiri Prochazka's post-fight explanation about showing mercy. Longo stated that mental health issues in MMA need to be discussed, specifically referencing Prochazka's unconventional training methods. Carlos Ulberg also dismissed Prochazka's mercy claim, saying fear prevented the finish and calling it an excuse to get a rematch. Ulberg noted that Prochazka didn't approach him after the fight and suggested his behavior is designed for public reaction. The post also mentioned apparent tension at City Kickboxing gym between Israel Adesanya and Ulberg, with neither supporting each other's recent performances. Ulberg is suspected of suffering an ACL tear with 9-12 months recovery time expected.
