Published 13:14 IST, December 21st 2019

Watch Alex Oliveira's forehead split open after brutal 'Hell-Bow' from Gunnar Nelson

Gunnar Nelson vs Alex Oliveira at UFC 231 was one of the most horrific fights in the entire history of UFC and MMA. See what happened in the brutal fight.

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If you are a hardcore MMA fan, n you are accustomed to seeing a lot of blood and brutal injuries. Blood bath and dog fights are rmal in MMA. However, re have been some fights that have literally shocked entire MMA community with ir harsh outcomes. Gunnar Nelson vs Alex Oliveira at UFC 231 was definitely one such fight that horrified fans with its brutal result. Gunnar Nelson emerged out as winner but way he did it was absolutely terrifying. He left his opponent Alex Oliveira bloodied and bruised in  worst way possible. Let us take a look at fight.

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UFC: ‘hell bow’ that split opened Alex Oliveira’s forehead

A lot of veterans doubted Gunnar Nelson’s chances against Alex Oliveria in his much-awaited UFC return. However,  Icelandic pulled off one of biggest wins of his career in an unexpected way. Gunnar Nelson submitted Alex Oliveira in round number two via a rare naked choke. However, before going for deadly submission, Gunnar Nelson landed plenty of  ‘nasty’ elbows on his rival. One of m, in particular, split Alex Oliveira’s forehead wide open. Blood was pouring down all over his face. It was terrific to watch as ‘Cowboy’ looked absolutely helpless. He had to submit his night at a bad te. Take a look at insane blood bath that shivered entire MMA community.

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Gunnar Nelson was confident about his victory and he did exactly what he had planned. In a post-fight interview with MMA Fighting, Icelandic gladiator said, “It ended way I expected. I believe he (Alex Oliveira) hit me in back of head, caught me with shot and got me a little bit disoriented. I was surviving  re, but I was able to finish job.”

wonder, Alex Oliveira vs Gunnar Nelson will always be one of deadliest fights in UFC history.

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13:06 IST, December 20th 2019