Days after UFC debut, Neil Seery returns to warehouse job
After a massive Twitter campaign by Irish MMA fans, Neil Seery (13-10, 6-2 at flyweight) finally got his UFC opportunity — being a short-notice injury replacement at UFC Fight Night 37 in London.
While his debut ended as a unanimous decision loss to Brad Pickett, Seery impressed UFC officials, leading many to believe he would receive at least another fight with the company,
Despite his strong showing, Seery returned to his day job Tuesday, posting a photo of him sweeping a warehouse floor on Twitter.
Back at it hard ha pic.twitter.com/pxI208FsU0
— Neil 2 Tap Seery (@NeilSeeryMMA) March 11, 2014
It's likely that Seery's next shot in the octagon will be July 19, when the UFC heads to Ireland. Until then, his job at an electrical company near Dublin Airport will have to do.
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