MMA Fighter ‘Twerks’ In Opponent’s Face After Tapping Her Out

Ailin Perez recently captured headlines at UFC Paris after defeating Darya Zheleznyakova in the first round with a head-and-arm choke submission. However, it wasn’t just her performance in the octagon that had people talking. After securing her victory, Perez celebrated in an unusual and controversial way—by twerking in the face of her fallen opponent. While Zheleznyakova was hunched over on the floor, Perez turned and performed the celebratory move, much to the shock of viewers.

This post-fight celebration was met with mixed reactions. Some found the gesture amusing, while others felt it crossed the line of sportsmanship. Zheleznyakova, however, did not react and simply walked away to her corner, admitting defeat without acknowledging the twerking display. The victory was particularly emotional for Perez, as she had narrowly avoided disqualification due to missing her target weight by half a pound the day before the fight. Despite missing weight, Perez’s performance was strong enough to claim victory, although she forfeited 20% of her fight purse as a penalty.

The unexpected move has further amplified Perez’s growing popularity in the UFC. Ranked as the 15th best fighter in her weight class, Perez, also known for her presence on OnlyFans, has now secured four straight victories in her UFC career. Despite her weight-cutting struggles and losing out on potential bonuses due to missing weight, Perez’s victory—and her unique celebration—has kept her in the spotlight, making her one of the most talked-about athletes following UFC Paris. Fans are eagerly awaiting her next steps, both in the octagon and in her blossoming career.