Overview

• Marc-André Barriault delivered a first-round knockout to Bruno Silva at UFC 315 with devastating elbows to the temple, sending Silva to the hospital on a stretcher.
• Medical updates confirmed that Bruno Silva's X-rays and imaging scans were normal, with no fractures or intracranial injuries detected.
• Silva, who has now lost his last five UFC fights and holds a 1–7 record in his last eight outings, faces questions about his future in the sport after his first-ever knockout defeat.
• The incident has reignited debates over fighter safety, particularly regarding the legality and risks of temple strikes and 12-6 elbows in MMA.
• Barriault expressed concern for Silva’s wellbeing post-fight, while the UFC received praise for its swift medical response and transparency in handling the situation.