Shara Magomedov caused a major controversy by overcoming Michael Pereira No. UFC Baku, held last Saturday (27). Before having his arm raised, the Pirate was involved in controversial plays Throughout the fight, including a moment when he grabbed his opponent's hair, as well as strikes to the back of the neck and a finger poke in the Brazilian's eye. The actions did not result in penalties from the referee and generated heated complaints from the Paraense fighter after the fight.
On social media, Coach Gor, Magomedov's coach, defended his athlete and refuted the criticisms made by the Brazilian. In his assessment, the complaints are unfounded given Michel's history, suggesting that similar situations have occurred in other fights and casting doubt on the tone of the complaints.
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"This guy won twice by going for his opponent's balls and then his head, and you want to fight him clean," wrote Coach Gor.
Shara Magomedov's victory at UFC Baku sparks refereeing controversy.
Despite having his arm raised, Shara Magomedov was at the center of a major controversy in UFC BakuStill in the first round, the Russian was verbally warned by Herb Dean after grabbing the hair of... Michael PereiraIn the third round, "Pirata" poked the Brazilian in the eye, constituting a second foul. Even so, no points were deducted.
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A HUGE RIGHT HAND 🤯
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'Til the very end 💪@Shara_Bullet77 Earns the comeback victory!
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