‘This was long overdue’: Fighters react to Jens Pulver’s UFC Hall of Fame induction

Jens Pulver’s induction into the UFC Hall of Fame had fighters feeling the love.

The former UFC lightweight champion was surprised with the honor during the broadcast of UFC 284, and his reaction brought unanimous praise from his colleagues.

Pulver (27-19-1) was the UFC’s first lightweight champion and opened the door for smaller-statured fighters in the promotion.

Here’s how fighters reacted to Pulver’s HOF induction.