Alexander Hernandez finds himself feeling deflated after UFC 271.
Hernandez (13-5 MMA, 5-4 UFC) was submitted by Renato Moicano (16-4-1 MMA, 8-4 UFC) on Saturday at Toyota Center in Houston, failing to string together a winning streak once again.
The first round was back and forth, with one judge awarding Hernandez the opening frame. But more than a minute into Round 2, Moicano was able to hurt and then submit Hernandez in what was an entertaining bout.
After campaigning to be on the main card and eventually getting his wish, this particular loss has Hernandez contemplating his future.
“I love you Texas so damn much. Thank you for the support Saturday night. That atmosphere is truly one of the most intoxicating and incredible experiences I could hope to hold in my life. I couldn’t be more grateful. Thank you @danawhite @seanshelby @mickmaynard2 @huntercampbell for the opportunity on such a huge card. I am, of course, extremely disappointed in myself. The brutality of this sport lies in the vulnerability of it all.
“That was a quick turn of events. Good counter combo and snag to the body he caught with that knee… hadn’t felt that before. Awesome job and hats off to my opponent.
“I don’t know what’s next. That one was pretty defeating. Maybe try my hand in digital art or fly drones for sport… I hear that’s making a killing.
“More seriously, I’ve got a lot to reflect on. The initial thoughts following the fight are not irrational but they’re unforgiving. Need time to level the head. Being part idiot and partly delusional, I’ll probably go at this thing one or two more times just to ensure all the screws are loose. We’ll see. Grateful to be truly LIVING and having the opportunity to fail to such great proportions.
May the Charles Oliveira Gods grant me wisdom.”
Since his incredible UFC debut knockout over current contender Beneil Dariush, the 29-year-old Hernandez has struggled to build momentum, splitting his past eight appearances.
Alexander Hernandez calls UFC 271 loss ‘pretty defeating,’ feels uncertain about future