If anyone has been doing one thing effortlessly and brilliantly for years, they earn the title of being a game legend. Last week, Daniel Cormier called himself the Michael Jordan of commentary, though it remains a question whether he truly is at that stature. One thing can indeed be said: UFC Announcer Bruce Buffer is a legend and master at his work. No one announces a job like him.
However, an incident now shows that despite being in the field, it is no guarantee that one would make no mistake. Recently, the internet went wild at UFC 301 after he announced that the wrong fighter was the winner.
Fans Went Wild After Bruce Buffer Announced Wrong Winner At UFC 301
For those who didn’t follow the recent event, during the primary card fight between When Anthony Smith and Vitor Petrino in Rio, Anthony’s win marked Vitor’s first loss. The result was dramatic, but it got more surprising when, despite winning with a submission, Bruce Buffer mistakenly announced Vitor as the winner during the result announcement.
While he quickly corrected himself after realizing the error, it was enough for the internet to go wild. Here are some of the fan’s reactions:
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Those who have been following the UFC for a long time know that Buffer has been part of the company since 1996, and he is one of the most essential parts of the promotion, which makes it different from others. When he shouts out loud, “It’s time,” the crowd rallies behind him, and they do the same.
Buffer has earned money, fame, and other perks as an announcer. He’s so good at his job that many elite people call on him to add elements to their events, from birthday wishes to opening shows for Andrew Schulz—he’s done it all. However, a recent mistake shows he’s also human and prone to errors.
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