Pros react to Edson Barboza’s win over Makwan Amirkhani at UFC Fight Island 5

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Edson Barboza defeated Makwan Amirkhani via unanimous decision at UFC Fight Island 5. On Twitter, pros enjoyed the fight.

Edson Barboza scored his first win at featherweight. After going three rounds against Makwan Amirkhani, the Brazilian’s striking prowess proved to be too much for ‘Mr. Finland’ and he scored a unanimous decision victory at UFC Fight Island 5. On Twitter, pro athletes praised his performance.

Sucks to not be a part of this. Still a good match up though

— Sodiq Yusuff (@Super_Sodiq) October 11, 2020

I think the last thing you wanna do is give Barboza time and space

— Baldy Ed (@brianboom135) October 11, 2020

That body kick hurt me!

— Jalin Turner (@JalinTurner) October 11, 2020

Barboza’s new hairdo is giving him that extra-extra swag tn! #UFCFightIsland5 #FreshAF

— Aljamain Sterling (@funkmasterMMA) October 11, 2020

I got it for Edson.
It was the straight right hands and the curl for me. #UFCFightIsland5

— Danny Castillo (@lastcall155) October 11, 2020

God, I hate this ref!! Mind ya business! Madd annoying #UFCFightIsland5

— Aljamain Sterling (@funkmasterMMA) October 11, 2020

Barboza still slick!

— michael (@bisping) October 11, 2020

Dominating performance @EdsonBarbozaJR #UFCFightIsland5

— Maki Pitolo (@Coconut_bombz) October 11, 2020

Know what fight would be absolute madness?
Barboza vs Shane Burgos #UFCFightIsland5

— Randy Costa (@RandyCosta135) October 11, 2020

Defo a 30-26 https://t.co/vgePA8mEUv

— michael (@bisping) October 11, 2020