UFC star Sean O'Connell shocks opponent Ilir Latifi at weigh-in by presenting him with FLOWERS

UFC fighters are known for their fearsome performances in the ring but some also display a softer side.

Sean O'Connell, a light heavyweight, enjoys a prank or two at weigh-ins before title fights but his performance yesterday still surprised many.

The American handed over a bouquet of flowers to opponent Ilir Latifi ahead of their UFC Fight Night 81 show down.

O'Connell has previously bopped his opponents on the nose or indulged in an impromptu game of rock, paper scissors.

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