BUCHAREST, ROMANIA: Vinicius Salvador, a recently imported UFC fighter from the flyweight division, made headlines after his recent bout with CJ Vergara. The internet was abuzz as fans playfully compared him to Andrew Tate, a controversial social media star known for his contentious views, who has also been labeled a "misogynistic influencer".
After Salvador's match against Vergara, internet users couldn't resist noticing the resemblances between him and Tate, which sparked a series of amusing reactions from the UFC fanbase. Some even jokingly referred to Salvador as Tate's "mutant clone".
‘Salvador looks like Andrew Tate’
In his match against Vergara, Salvador showcased remarkable head movement and range control during the opening round but didn't inflict any substantial damage on his opponent. Further, CJ Vergara increased his output in the final round, gaining the upper hand in multiple exchanges and securing a unanimous decision win with scores of 29-28 across all three judges. While this victory marks the beginning of a winning streak for Vergara, Salvador is still in search of his first UFC triumph.
Following the match between Salvador and Vergara, UFC fans flooded Twitter with their thoughts on Salvador's striking resemblance to Tate. One Twitter user amusingly commented, "Why does Vinicius Salvador look like a mutant clone of Andrew Tate and Jose Aldo? #UFC291." Another user quipped, "Salvador looks like Andrew Tate if they cut prison meals down to one a day. #UFC291."
One fan playfully remarked, "Salvador looks like the movie 'Honey, I Shrunk Andrew Tate' 😄🤣." Several other fans echoed the sentiment, expressing similar thoughts. One user said, “Was thinking the same.” Another remarked, “Was just thinking this haha.”
With such an overwhelming response from UFC fans, it's evident that the uncanny resemblance between Salvador and Tate has captured widespread attention. It remains to be seen how Tate will react to these hilarious reactions. Stay tuned for updates!
Who is VInicius Salvador?
Salvador, 27, a Brazilian fighter, is a notable import in the UFC flyweight division and is referred to as "Fenomeno". While he spent most of his career in the Brazilian regional scene, Salvador now competes in the UFC.
Standing tall at 5 feet 7 inches, he is a formidable 125-pounder. Despite facing his fifth loss with a 14-5 record, Salvador remains optimistic about his future in the flyweight division. His impressive track record boasts 14 wins, all achieved through finishes, with 13 knockouts and just one submission victory. This outstanding performance highlights his potential and determination in the competitive world of UFC flyweight fighters.
