Iconic UFC translator Fabiano Buskei admits he was reduced to tears during two recent octagon interviews
The UFC’s return to Mexico City on March 29 delivered emotional moments both inside and outside the octagon.
Two fighters, in particular, left a lasting impression—not just with their victories but also with their heartfelt post-fight interviews. Moreno, who had previously struggled in fights on home soil, broke his losing streak in Mexico with a dominant win over Erceg.
Edgar Chairez, meanwhile, secured a first-round finish against CJ Vergara and dedicated his victory to his late grandfather. In an emotional revelation, Chairez shared that his grandfather had sold personal belongings to help cover the costs of a critical surgery, a story that resonated deeply with fans.
Longtime UFC translator Fabiano Buskei admitted that these moments were particularly overwhelming. Responding to a fan on X who praised his work, Buskei confessed that he was moved to tears before he could even begin translating:
“I’ve held back tears many times, being somewhat ‘saved’ by emotional things only coming up during the octagon interview. Last night, Chairez & Moreno had me in tears BEFORE I could even begin, because there was something very deep and real in the way they cried.”
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When UFC translator Fabiano Buskei revisited an awkward octagon moment with Joe Rogan
UFC translator Fabiano Buskei once recalled a humorous yet awkward moment inside the octagon involving Joe Rogan.
Speaking to ITP MMA, Buskei detailed an incident where he froze when Rogan asked him to translate a fighter’s response. The mishap occurred after Buskei accidentally muted the audio in his earpiece, making it impossible to hear the fighter.
Buskei said:
"The first time someone ever interacted with me, with "me" the translator, Joe Rogan actually said something like 'well if the translator translates' or something like that because I and I froze on the buttons."
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The situation was made even more challenging due to the Covid-19 pandemic, which restricted close interactions. Instead of standing near the fighter, Buskei had to use a piece of paper to indicate which competitors needed translation.