VIDEO: Imavov's knockout of Cannonier generates boos from the public and reaction from UFC fighters

VIDEO: Imavov's knockout of Cannonier generates boos from the public and reaction from fighters in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter/ UFC_Japan

Saturday night (8) at KFC Yum! Center was marked by a controversial knockout in the main fight of UFC Louisville. Nassourdine Imavov knocked out Jared Cannonier in the fourth round, but the interruption by referee Jason Herzog generated a strong reaction from the public and figures from the MMA.

The fight went at a strong pace, with Jared betting on wrestling and Nassourdine looking for a knockout. In the fourth round, Imavov connected with a precise right hook that knocked Cannonier down. The American staggered, but Herzog intervened, ending the fight.

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The referee's decision generated immediate boos from the local fans, who considered the interruption premature. On social media, the controversy intensified. Fighters like Herbert Burns e Ariane Lipski criticized the strike, while Chris Curtis He was one of the few who defended her.

Jared Cannonier, visibly frustrated, challenged the decision, claiming that he was still in a position to continue. Nassourdine Imavov, in turn, celebrated the victory, but acknowledged the controversy.

What a HORRIBLE stoppage!!

— Herbert Burns (@HerbertBurnsMMA) June 9, 2024

Early stop page in my opinion #UFCLouisville

— Ariane Lipski Ariane_lipski June 9, 2024

Eh, I'm OK with the stoppage. Sucks for Cannonier, but the Frenchman landed a beautiful counter, and he looked hurt. It did not seem to recover well in the time given. Fair play and good shot to @imavov1 . Solid performance against a giant of a competitor. #UFCLouisville

— Chris Curtis The Action Man (@Actionman513) June 9, 2024

VIDEO: Imavov's knockout in Cannonier generates boos from the public and reaction from fighters

And feel like Jared Cannonier got robbed frfr #UFCLouisville pic.twitter.com/rDJNDeEYp0

— ‍♂️ ‍♂️ (@StunnaXXL) June 9, 2024

IMAVOV STOPS THE SHOW! ❌

@Imavov1 had momentum on his side and puts Jared Cannonier out! #UFCLouisville pic.twitter.com/AK4QakeMEv

- UFC Europe (@UFCEurope) June 9, 2024