Tai Tuivasa may have lost his seventh straight UFC fight, but the Australian heavyweight is making one thing crystal clear: he's not throwing in the towel just yet.

At UFC Fight Night 275, Tuivasa (14-10 MMA, 8-10 UFC) faced a tough test against short-notice replacement Louie Sutherland (11-5 MMA, 1-2 UFC) at RAC Arena in Perth. Despite fighting in front of a home crowd, "Bam Bam" was outworked for the majority of three rounds, ultimately losing a unanimous decision.

The loss extends Tuivasa's skid to seven—a brutal stretch for any fighter, especially one who once seemed destined for title contention. But rather than walk away, the 31-year-old took to social media hours after the fight to address his fans with raw honesty.

"SORRY, I tried I felt good I put in the work didn't get result. I feel like a sh*t c*nt let my fans down again," Tuivasa wrote on Instagram. "Back to the drawing board for me. C*nt of a sport. BUT I WILL NEVER GIVE UP IM FROM WESTERNSYDNEY YOU GOTTA PUT ME OUT FOR ME TO GIVE UP. Sorry all my loyal fans I really am and to my team love yahs."

It's that never-say-die attitude that has made Tuivasa a fan favorite throughout his UFC tenure. While his job security with the promotion is uncertain after seven straight losses, his message suggests we haven't seen the last of the hard-hitting Australian. For fans who love the grit and resilience of MMA, Tuivasa's determination is a reminder that in this sport, heart can be just as important as wins and losses.