Since the early days when the sport was anything but a mainstream endeavor, the MMA industry has thrived and survived through various websites, forums, and – perhaps most importantly – social-media platforms. Fighters interact with fans, each other and many more through the likes of Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, which helps outsiders get a deeper look into the minds of the athletes. Following Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 27 in Norfolk, Va., several of the winning and losing fighters, along with their coaches, training partners or family members, took to social media to react to the event or share a message with supporters. Check out some of those reactions. * * * * The defeated View this post on Instagram Didn't go my way this time I was dominating the fight on the feet and my opponent did a smart job to bring the fight on the ground.
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UFC on ESPN+ 27 reactions: Winning and losing fighters on social media – MMA Junkie