Raoni Barcelos update: What UFC confirmed after UFC Vegas 121

After a CT scan and assessment, UFC said Barcelos was stable, alert and responsive, with full movement. The cited statement did not name a diagnosis.

Raoni Barcelos was taken to a Level 1 trauma center after the UFC Vegas 121 main event on Sept. 26. The UFC statement, quoted by ge.globo, said the hospital team completed a CT scan and comprehensive assessment. Barcelos was being monitored and would remain under medical supervision.

His coach, Davi Ramos, told UOL/AgFight on Sept. 27 that Barcelos was conscious, speaking and moving his arms and legs while undergoing tests.

What has not been announced?

The cited UFC statement did not give a diagnosis or test results. Ramos said testing was still underway. “Stable” describes the update they gave; it does not identify what caused the incident or establish what happens next.

Checked Sept. 28, 2026. The latest public update located for this story was dated Sept. 27.

Sources: ge.globo · UFC statement · UOL / AgFight · coach update.