UFC 235’s Cody Garbrandt claims he was on ‘autopilot’ after accidental headbutt by Pedro Munhoz

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After back-to-back stoppage losses to reigning bantamweight champion T.J. Dillashaw, many expected a more conservative Cody Garbrandt to show up at UFC 235.

That appeared to be the case, until Garbrandt clashed heads with opponent Pedro Munhoz after ducking under a high kick.

After falling down from the headbutt, ‘No Love’ sprang back to his feet and started swinging for the fences until Munhoz dropped him with a right hand and finished the fight.

Fans can’t understand why, after two consecutive knockout losses to ex-teammate Dillashaw, Garbrandt was so reckless against Munhoz.

This is what 27-year-old had to say on social media.

Cody Garbrandt ✔ @Cody_Nolove

I got head butted and after the head butt I was on auto pilot, congrats to Pedro he stuck tough. I love this fight game. I’ll be back thank you to all my supporters means a lot! Ash @AshKendallAK Replying to @Cody_Nolove Big Fan Cody but it didn’t seem right, why start swinging after what happened with DJ? 3,668 10:36 PM – Mar 2, 2019 Twitter Ads info and privacy 587 people are talking about this

“I got head butted and after the head butt I was on auto pilot, congrats to Pedro he stuck tough. I love this fight game. I’ll be back thank you to all my supporters means a lot!” Garbrandt posted on Twitter.

Despite the accidental headbutt, Garbrandt has nothing but respect for Munhoz and congratulated the Brazilian on his career-defining performance.

Cody Garbrandt ✔ @Cody_Nolove

Love you guys. Congrats to @PedroMunhozmma 5,249 10:33 PM – Mar 2, 2019 Twitter Ads info and privacy 492 people are talking about this

Despite the criticism, Garbrandt earned a $50,000 Fight of The Night bonus for his brawl against Munhoz and the Team Alpha Male product is still considered a top bantamweight talent.

As of now, Garbrandt is still ranked at No. 2 in the official UFC bantamweight rankings.