Aljamain Sterling found a humorous way to provoke Jean Silva . Before his fight at UFC 324 in January, the Brazilian caught attention in the MMA bubble by going viral for his exaggerated reactions during a meeting with the UFC belt at the Paramount+ studios. The scene ended up serving as inspiration for the former bantamweight champion (up to 61,2 kg).
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In a video posted on social media, Sterling recreated the iconic moment starring Jean Silva , but with a curious twist. Unlike the Brazilian, who got emotional upon finding the UFC belt, the American appears crying when confronted with packages of candy, snacks, and a bottle of alcoholic beverage.
Watch Aljamain Sterling's version and compare it to Jean Silva's encounter with the UFC belt.
Jean Silva was overcome with emotion after seeing the UFC belt in person pic.twitter.com/HCXCQhdTu2
— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) January 23, 2026
Jean Silva fight week! WHO do you got? pic.twitter.com/WFI4Y13zcW
— Aljamain Sterling (@funkmasterMMA) September 8, 2026
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