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Injury Update

UFC legend Matt Hughes loses part of finger in recent accident

May 6, 2026, 6:38 PM
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Former UFC welterweight champion Matt Hughes has suffered another unfortunate incident, losing part of a finger. Hughes, who nearly died in a 2017 train accident that caused brain bleeding and forced him to relearn basic life functions, has now experienced this latest setback. The post notes the severity of his previous injuries and his difficult recovery process. Details about how the finger injury occurred are limited in the available information. Hughes remains one of the most decorated welterweights in UFC history despite these personal challenges.

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