UFC Fight Night & Main Event: Sportsbet.io Predictions & discussion

[rohang]

Someone posted on reddit , Takeru's leg one day after his fight with superlek-



Absolutely brutal sight and impressive how these fighters continue with the sport even inspite of the peanuts they are paid by ufc

[YuginKadoya]

Someone posted on reddit , Takeru's leg one day after his fight with superlek-



Absolutely brutal sight and impressive how these fighters continue with the sport even inspite of the peanuts they are paid by ufc

That is one nasty sight it was like Takeru Segawa was a part of a Brotherhood in the Philippines or a gang member where the members are put to the test and will be executed to be hurt by a paddle on that part of the body if they can not withstand the pain they can leave but if they can they are in the Brotherhood, if that guy if not dead because of the beating after seeing this I remembered the deaths that have caused by the Brotherhood here in the Philippines and it hasn't stopped yet and still continues, for sure those victims they didn't deserve that,

But on to that injury for sure Superlek Kiatmoo9's kicks were so powerful that hitting a mere leg would be swollen like that sure his shin guard was really tough as Muay Thai fighters would train their shin-kicking banana threes or any kind of threes that are available or for sure even bamboo, for that kind of level f injury Superlek Kiatmoo9 must be training with bamboo trees,

It's indeed a brutal sight, and the resilience of these fighters is truly impressive. Despite the challenges and comparatively low pay of the MMA Sport, their dedication to the sport is commendable. Their passion and commitment shine through, making their performances all the more inspiring. It's a testament to their love for the sport and the sacrifices they're willing to make to pursue their dreams in the Octagon.

[darkangel11]

Someone posted on reddit , Takeru's leg one day after his fight with superlek-

https://www.talkimg.com/images/2024/01/29/ko5r8.jpeg

Absolutely brutal sight and impressive how these fighters continue with the sport even inspite of the peanuts they are paid by ufc

He's not called "the kicking machine" for no reason The leg doesn't even look that bad. It's just swollen from all the bruising, but it's going to subside. A week from now it's going to look yellow and be half of the size it's now. I've never had that big of a bruise, but I've fought a bit in high school and once kicked my opponent in the leg and the result was pretty similar, just 1/3 of the size.
The pay isn't bad, especially if you come from countries where nobody earns like that. Champions can get over $1m for their fights, while some get 3-4m which is insane. They all hope to get a contract like that one day. As long as you're not a cripple, or dead after the fight, a million is something people would gladly suffer for.

[rdbase]

^^
Those fighters are from ONE fighting right?
The names didn't look familiar at all so had to do a short search for them. But good to know about how bad leg kicks can get. As in the UFC anybody can win by a solid kick. Just look what happened to McGregor with breaking his leg from them.

UFC fights announced so far for the 300 aren't going over so great. And I think I heard the another event is Jessica Andrade vs. Marina Rodriguez.
Which doesn't get me excited one bit so that is 11 fights already booked.

So what is the main event has anybody heard what it is yet?
Because it better be great to save this thing. Because remember seeing a meme with the headliners and Belal was one of them. The most boring fighter who is up for a title. So that says it all.

[owengtam09]

Now that was really another 1-week break for the UFC and it was kinda long but here it is sure this is another fun fight to watch and I am really certain about it because even though it is only Fight Night it has decent cards for sure,

UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Imavov

DATE: Saturday 02/03/2024
TIME: 04:00 PM ET
PROMOTION: Ultimate Fighting Championship
VENUE: UFC Apex
LOCATION: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States



MAIN EVENT
Roman Dolidze VS Nassourdine Imavov

CO-MAIN EVENT
Renato Moicano VS Drew Dober

MAIN CARD
Randy Brown VS Muslim Salikhov
Viviane Araujo VS Natália Silva
Aliaskhab Khizriev VS Makhmud Muradov
Gilbert Urbina VS Charles Radtke

PRELIMINARY CARD
Molly McCann VS Diana Belbiţă
Charles Johnson VS Azat Maksum
Themba Gorimbo VS Pete Rodriguez
Blake Bilder VS Jeong Yeong Lee
Julija Stoliarenko VS Luana Carolina
Marquel Mederos VS Landon Quiñones
Thomas Petersen VS Jamal Pogues

CANCELLED CARD
Themba Gorimbo VS Kiefer Crosbie
Melsik Baghdasaryan VS William Gomis
Nate Maness VS Azat Maksum

The Information was from Tapology: https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/events/106801-ufc-fight-night
UFC Fight Night 235 Multi-Master Challenge: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5483413.0
Sportsbet.io Odds and Betting Site: https://sportsbet.io/sports/mma/ufc/ufc-fight-night-dolidze-vs-imavov/matches

[YuginKadoya]

He's not called "the kicking machine" for no reason The leg doesn't even look that bad. It's just swollen from all the bruising, but it's going to subside. A week from now it's going to look yellow and be half of the size it's now. I've never had that big of a bruise, but I've fought a bit in high school and once kicked my opponent in the leg and the result was pretty similar, just 1/3 of the size.
The pay isn't bad, especially if you come from countries where nobody earns like that. Champions can get over $1m for their fights, while some get 3-4m which is insane. They all hope to get a contract like that one day. As long as you're not a cripple, or dead after the fight, a million is something people would gladly suffer for.

It sounds like the "kicking machine" really lives up to the name! It's fascinating how bruises can evolve over time, and your insight into the aftermath of such fights adds a unique perspective However, I haven't been in insane fights like that maybe some minor sparring session but a serious fight that will cause some bruises like that nope!

Well, the financial aspect is intriguing too the allure of earning a million dollars in the world of professional fighting certainly seems to outweigh the physical toll for many. Do you have personal experiences with martial arts or fighting, or is this based on observations and discussions?

^^
Those fighters are from ONE fighting right?
The names didn't look familiar at all so had to do a short search for them. But good to know about how bad leg kicks can get. As in the UFC anybody can win by a solid kick. Just look what happened to McGregor with breaking his leg from them.

UFC fights announced so far for the 300 aren't going over so great. And I think I heard the another event is Jessica Andrade vs. Marina Rodriguez.
Which doesn't get me excited one bit so that is 11 fights already booked.

So what is the main event has anybody heard what it is yet?
Because it better be great to save this thing. Because remember seeing a meme with the headliners and Belal was one of them. The most boring fighter who is up for a title. So that says it all.

It's interesting how you delved into the fighters from ONE fighting and explored their backgrounds. Leg kicks indeed play a pivotal role in many fights, as evident from McGregor's unfortunate leg break that was an Elbow from Dustin Poirier but that was all just Bruises,

While in the UFC. Regarding UFC 300, it seems like the announced fights haven't quite lived up to expectations so far. The potential Jessica Andrade vs. Marina Rodriguez matchup may not be sparking excitement for you. As for the main event, I haven't come across any information yet. Hopefully, the organizers have something captivating in store to make UFC 300 a memorable event. The meme with Belal as one of the headliners adds a humorous touch, but let's hope the actual event surpasses expectations!

[rdbase]

While in the UFC. Regarding UFC 300, it seems like the announced fights haven't quite lived up to expectations so far. The potential Jessica Andrade vs. Marina Rodriguez matchup may not be sparking excitement for you. As for the main event, I haven't come across any information yet. Hopefully, the organizers have something captivating in store to make UFC 300 a memorable event. The meme with Belal as one of the headliners adds a humorous touch, but let's hope the actual event surpasses expectations!

Funny that you mention specifically about the Jessica Andrade vs Marina Rodriguez fight because I just watched a video rightly about such a subject of if women fights in the UFC are just boring:

The Problem with Women's MMA - by TJlovesfights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNJekp1qFRM

Maybe now they have become boring.
I was always excited to see Amanda Nunes and Rose Namajunas anytime they announced either of them as a main event.
But with these recent bouts especially for a aging Holly Holm I don't know many who say they are even wanting to see these two as even a co-main event. Just look at the last main event with the women as co-main.
It was not good at all and luckily we had a very good main event so to not have people turn off their tv.

Already have a cancellation for the Atlantic City card at the end of March announced:
https://www.mmafighting.com/2024/1/31/24057262/sean-brady-vs-vicente-luque-scrapped-from-ufc-atlantic-city-main-event

[rohang]

Aljamain Sterling: ‘Comical’ that UFC stacked 299 ‘to make it feel like’ Sean O’Malley is the draw

https://www.mmafighting.com/2024/1/30/24054929/aljamain-sterling-comical-that-ufc-stacked-299-to-make-it-feel-like-sean-omalley-is-the-draw

So they stacked ufc 299 to boost sean o malley's numbers but that just made 300 much worse and unwatchable :/

[YuginKadoya]

-snip-

Funny that you mention specifically about the Jessica Andrade vs Marina Rodriguez fight because I just watched a video rightly about such a subject of if women fights in the UFC are just boring:

The Problem with Women's MMA - by TJlovesfights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNJekp1qFRM

Maybe now they have become boring.
I was always excited to see Amanda Nunes and Rose Namajunas anytime they announced either of them as a main event.
But with these recent bouts especially for a aging Holly Holm I don't know many who say they are even wanting to see these two as even a co-main event. Just look at the last main event with the women as co-main.
It was not good at all and luckily we had a very good main event so to not have people turn off their tv.

Already have a cancellation for the Atlantic City card at the end of March announced:
https://www.mmafighting.com/2024/1/31/24057262/sean-brady-vs-vicente-luque-scrapped-from-ufc-atlantic-city-main-event

It's understandable that the recent bouts, especially with aging fighters like Holly Holm, might not have lived up to the excitement we've come to expect from Amanda Nunes and Rose Namajunas. The quality of the last co-main event was a bit disappointing, but thankfully, the main event salvaged the night. It's essential for fighters to maintain their competitive edge, and hopefully, in future matchups involving Nunes and Namajunas I can add up Grasso's fight when she becomes champion, and for sure that could recapture the thrill that fans have been accustomed to. Let's hope for more compelling fights in the upcoming events to reignite the enthusiasm for these talented fighters because as hard as we think women will be viewed as a symbol of Sexism which is I don't really believe.

Aljamain Sterling: ‘Comical’ that UFC stacked 299 ‘to make it feel like’ Sean O’Malley is the draw

https://www.mmafighting.com/2024/1/30/24054929/aljamain-sterling-comical-that-ufc-stacked-299-to-make-it-feel-like-sean-omalley-is-the-draw

So they stacked ufc 299 to boost sean o malley's numbers but that just made 300 much worse and unwatchable :/

For sure they will boost what Sean O'Malley has to offer because this is going to be another great PPV for the UFC if it continues, as for sure but for me, the event is so stacked and jacked up that I can not wait to see it, and behold for my self what I am missing and what will surely we are expecting for sure, as for sure they want the UFC 300 to be more stacked than with the UFC 299 as the UFC 300 is a special day for the UFC because it is the 30th anniversary of the UFC, for sure if they want the UFC 300 to be special then why not move UFC 299 cards to the UFC 300 then vice versa.

[notblox1]

Did you guys hear the big teaser news for UFC 300?
Israel Adesanya is hinting on his Instgram profile that he could beon this card, but there is no official confirmation from UFC and Dana White!
There are speculations that is going against Dricus Du Plessis, but he just finished his last fight in January so I dont think it is going to be him.
https://www.bjpenn.com/mma-news/israel-adesanya/israel-adesanya-teases-potential-return-at-ufc-300-the-gods-must-be-crazy/

[rdbase]

Did you guys hear the big teaser news for UFC 300?
Israel Adesanya is hinting on his Instgram profile that he could beon this card, but there is no official confirmation from UFC and Dana White!
There are speculations that is going against Dricus Du Plessis, but he just finished his last fight in January so I dont think it is going to be him.
https://www.bjpenn.com/mma-news/israel-adesanya/israel-adesanya-teases-potential-return-at-ufc-300-the-gods-must-be-crazy/

Just seen a video about this announcement about an hour ago:
Israel Adesanya CONFIRMS UFC 300 Showdown ?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhGhU9tRLEM

But with that post by Israel, it is just an unofficial match setup and nothing more. Since the UFC hasn't made any announcement of it straight from Dana's mouth on youtube yet, as he normally has done with these fights so far.

Also there has been some cancellations ahead of a couple of other fights.
Gaethje vs Holloway & Poirier vs Saint-Denis

Here is a mention about the Poirier vs Saint-Denis cancellation from TheWeasle:
FIGHT IS OFF!!! Dustin Poirier vs Benoit Saint Denis is NOT Happening...but why?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJNnNs_oat4

[danherbias07]

Just seen a video about this announcement about an hour ago:
Israel Adesanya CONFIRMS UFC 300 Showdown ?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhGhU9tRLEM

Nice! A teaser. I hope that is happening. Thanks for the share.
It's all speculation for now but I bet Dana White will be forced to give this one when fans are pushing it. Let them decide and just take the money.  
I cannot wait to see Israel Adesanya on the octagon again. Looking at those Instagram posts, he looks more buff. It's like he is adding more carbo, I hope that won't mess with his weight.

I noticed it here too when he was training in Mexico.

He is bigger, right?
Israel Adesanya Looking SHARP Cracking Pads in Cabo San Lucas Mexico
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0wvGL8FGng

I don't if it's just my eyes playing with me or if his camp is doing it on purpose for preparation so he can take punches from big guys like Du Plessis. I mean, they saw what happened against Strickland when he tried fighting at stand-up boxing, it doesn't work. Adding more for defense might be a good idea since DDP is a brawler too.

[rdbase]

Just seen a video about this announcement about an hour ago:
Israel Adesanya CONFIRMS UFC 300 Showdown ?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhGhU9tRLEM

Nice! A teaser. I hope that is happening. Thanks for the share.
It's all speculation for now but I bet Dana White will be forced to give this one when fans are pushing it. Let them decide and just take the money.
I cannot wait to see Israel Adesanya on the octagon again. Looking at those Instagram posts, he looks more buff. It's like he is adding more carbo, I hope that won't mess with his weight.

I noticed it here too when he was training in Mexico.
He is bigger, right?
Israel Adesanya Looking SHARP Cracking Pads in Cabo San Lucas Mexico
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0wvGL8FGng

I don't if it's just my eyes playing with me or if his camp is doing it on purpose for preparation so he can take punches from big guys like Du Plessis. I mean, they saw what happened against Strickland when he tried fighting at stand-up boxing, it doesn't work. Adding more for defense might be a good idea since DDP is a brawler too.

Truth told danherbias07!

This is the fight all fans of either fighter want to finally see. And to have it headliner of The 300 will be spectacular at a promotional and at a fighting standpoint.
Have this settled and make the championship title great again!
Israel looks more massive in that video than he usually does, so no your eyes are just fine.
Du Plessis fights like a brawler and will go forward alot more than Strickland did to Adesanya. So his defense is key and he will need to learn to take any sort of damage DDP can dish out to him for all five rounds.
Preparation is on his mindset right now.

Poirier fight is back on after he tweeted it was all a mistake on his part with not getting incontact with his coach over the course of it all:
FIGHT IS BACK ON!!! Dustin Poirier AGREES to fight Benoit Saint Denis on UFC 299
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_PvVC0Le6s

Going on to what we as UFC fight fans are looking forward to seeing at the Vegas 85 this weekend:


https://sportsbet.io/sports/mma/ufc/ufc-fight-night-dolidze-vs-imavov/matches

[rohang]

I think dolidze is a great pick at 2.4 odds

He should have won against vettori if not for one of those shady ufc judge decisions,

Great odds, great value, should win outright

[YuginKadoya]

My Bet and Prediction for the UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Imavov event, I haven't seen the Roman Dolidze VS Nassourdine Imavov fight on the Stake.com button Sportsbet.io you can clearly see their fight, and because I haven't seen the Roman Dolidze VS Nassourdine Imavov and make a bet on that card I will surely go with the other cards

Renato Moicano VS Drew Dober

The odds for this fight are 1.52 for Renato Moicano and 2.55 for Drew Dober, I think that Renato Moicano had some advantage when it comes to grappling compared to Drew Dober, and even though Drew Dober has power in his striking it is not comparable with the likes of Rafael Fiziev that really hits like a truck and is a fancy good striker but Renato Moicano has some great striking he fights the likes of Chase Hooper, Jai Herbert, Rafael dos Anjos, and Brad Riddell so for sure he also got a decent experience for sure so my pick is Renato Moicano.

Randy Brown VS Muslim Salikhov

The odds for this fight are 1.37 for Randy Brown and 3.10 for Muslim Salikhov, For this fight Randy Brown has a better range than Salikhov he has a ton of tools on the feet with elbows and knees for sure he is great with his standing but for this fight, I don't really think he is a solid grappler I still prefer Salikhov for sure he will be grappling more than Brown and Salikhov also have those nasty kicks but even though he also got good striking but his ground game for sure are both good at defense and offense so for me My pick is Muslim Salikhov.

Aliaskhab Khizriev VS Makhmud Muradov

The odds for this fight are 1.67 for Aliaskhab Khizriev and 2.22 for Makhmud Muradov, Right now Makhmud Muradov has great striking and also has offensive wrestling that could be a great asset against Aliaskhab Khizriev, but this is a great fight to watch as both fighters had good wrestling this is the battle on the ground and who has the most better technique with his wrestling will win but both fighters also have good striking and both are accurate aswell, for sure my only concern for Makhmud Muradov if he has a great gas tank that could reach the end of the fight for overall my pick for this fight is Makhmud Muradov.

[owengtam09]

My pick for the UFC Fight Night: is Dolidze vs. Imavov and right now the Main Event is not available for the Stake.com site,

Renato Moicano VS Drew Dober


Right now Renato Moicano has some decent striking and wrestling while Drew Dober has great striking for sure he has grappling but I really think he doesn't scramble with certain wrestlers yet and it is more accurate to say that Renato Moicano has the wrestling capacity to defeat Drew Dober in the ground for some reason I really don't trust Drew Dober's Striking so far but Renato Moicano got decent striking for sure and I trust that so for this fight my pick will be Renato Moicano,

Randy Brown VS Muslim Salikhov


For me, Muslim Salikhov has some great kicks and even has decent striking for sure While Randy Brown boasts superior striking range and a diverse set of tools on the feet, particularly with elbows and knees, the preference leans toward Salikhov in the grappling department for this fight. Despite Brown's proficiency in standing exchanges, Salikhov is considered a more solid grappler, likely to emphasize grappling throughout the match. Salikhov's arsenal includes not only nasty kicks but also a well-rounded ground game, both defensively and offensively. Considering these factors, I think I will go with the advantage on the range, and because Salikhov is getting older my pick is Randy Brown,

Aliaskhab Khizriev VS Makhmud Muradov


Both athletes showcase not only adept wrestling techniques but also impressive striking accuracy. However, a potential concern for Muradov lies in his endurance, raising questions about whether his gas tank can endure until the fight's conclusion. Despite this, considering the overall skill set, my choice for this bout leans towards Makhmud Muradov, With a skillful combination of striking and offensive wrestling, Makhmud Muradov poses a formidable challenge for Aliaskhab Khizriev. The fight promises an intriguing ground battle, given both fighters' proficiency in wrestling, making it a captivating aspect to watch, but for me, I will go with the favorite my pick is Aliaskhab Khizriev,

[YuginKadoya]

So much has happened in the UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Imavov and it was really unfortunate that I didn't make a bet for that fight it was a majority decision for Nassourdine Imavov it was crazy he was on point with his striking and he surely outpaces Roman Dolidze in every way possible and seeing that but even though Nassourdine Imavov win this one that penalty on the head kick while Roman Dolidze was likely 1 hand on the ground for sure this rule should be abolished by the UFC as this is really irritating as some fighters are likely using it on their advantage for sure Aljamain Sterling winning against Petr Yan in this method, for me this should be abolished by the UFC,

Now on to the result of the fights for my bets

Renato Moicano VS Drew Dober ROUND 3 DECISION - WIN

Renato Moicano is such a chad, calling out The MMA Guru while he was on an interview on ESPN inside the octagon after he won the fight against Drew Dober, for sure MMA Guru was loving it here is the video of their MMA Guru's reaction, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWUWwYSg2AA for this fight on round 1 Moicano was looking weird on his feet and slower than Dober, but Moicano did a ground and pound strikes and a near rear naked choke to Dober, but on the 2nd round Drew Dober did hurt Moicano on the feet while the 2nd round I think was to Drew Dober and Moicano was leaking blood all over for sure Dober was pretty much good at his stand-up but Moicano was great in his ground game and that submission attempts for sure it that connects he can get through, but yeah Renato Moicano was saved because of his takedowns and wrestling for sure,

Randy Brown VS Muslim Salikhov ROUND 1 KO/TKO - LOST

I was wrong with this prediction I really thought that Muslim Salkhov still had it inside of him but it was Randy Brown all along Muslim Salikhov looks really slow while the reach of Randy Brown was really his bread and butter his striking was also awesome even though it was a TKO win for Randy Brown many is not expecting this kind of result even me I wasn't really expecting for Muslim Salikhov to be out like that Randy Brown was really so smooth with his striking,

Aliaskhab Khizriev VS Makhmud Muradov ROUND 1 EYE POKE - NO CONTEST

That eye poke really ruined my bet and it ruined the whole fight Aliaskhab Khizriev made an accidental poke on Makhmud Muradov's eye, for sure Aliaskhab Khizriev's hand was held high getting the feel on their distance while Muradov attacked and lowered his head that caused the eye poked so it was an accidental eye poked and it is really a bummer when a fight ended like this for sure it was a bad ending for a fight to be, and not really expecting this to happen,

[owengtam09]

here are the results for the UFC Dolidze vs. Imavov it was a surprising result Imavov was really dominant during the entire fight against Dolidze Nassourdine Imavov is a beast when it comes to his accuracy with his striking and I was really amazed at total domination the whole fight, now here is the result with my pick and prediction

Renato Moicano (1.52) VS Drew Dober (2.55) - WIN


Great job for Moicano but it was a close match and he is looking slow what controlled the fight was his takedown and control with those clinches, while Drew Dober is great with the stand-up he was not wise when it comes to the ground fight and Renato Moicano have gotten him with the ground and pound, 2 near submission attempts but for sure Dober just manage to get out from those, but because of those wrestling game Renato Moicano had the edge in this fight but his performance is not a title contender one so if he would fight for the Belt he will likely lose,

Randy Brown (1.37) VS Muslim Salikhov (3.10) - WIN


This was a very quick and one-sided fight it was round 1 that Muslim Salkhov found the canvas, it was a fast-paced fight, and because of Randy Brown's reach, height, and speed advantage he won this fight a fast pace, you can already see for Muslim Salikhov that he was too slow in this fight, that maybe his age is really getting on in him, but it was a one-sided fight,

Aliaskhab Khizriev (1.67) VS Makhmud Muradov (2.22) - NO CONTEST


I was frustrated with the result of this fight it was a no contest because of that Eye Poke, for sure it was an accident that Aliaskhab Khizriev landed that eye poke on Makhmud Muradov, Makhmud Muradov was getting ready to move forward or duck from the punch was his eye was hit because his head was moving forward and eventually it was caught into collision with Khizriev's hands,

[rdbase]

@YuginKadoya
It was one of the worst UFC events so far into the year, as many have stated already.
The only saving grace was the Moicano post fight interview.

As that was the only thing which was getting any traction and replay from this rather disappointing engagement and some are saying they rather see none, if at the Apex. Even Renato was saying it was like having a heavy sparring session fighting there, this very true since there are no crowds like at the main event venues every other week.
The main fight was not any good either and the octagon referee didn't know the difference of the rule for Vegas and the events outside of the Apex.
Which took a point away where it didn't need to be since Imavov looked at him to make sure he knew the rule of a downed opponent before striking him.


@owengtam09
Atleast none of your selections lost since that No Contest was considered a void for your bet.

Listening to Renato Moicano after the fight where he was healing from an injury for over a year and a half makes sense of where he sees the UFC heading to since his absence.
The shout out to MMA Guru was pretty funny since the way he was portraying it he was roasting him live on air but infact they have been poking fun at each other for the past year because they are UFC youtubers who call out each other for awhile now. So it was all for show. As they say.

[danherbias07]

^
First, I hated fights with no crowd. It's just sad. We ain't in Covid-19 anymore. Just use the damn big places and sell some tickets. And correct, it's like a sparring match, not a real one. I mean, as a television watcher I also find joy in the cheer of the crowd while watching the fight.

First round, I don't know why referee Herb Dean didn't stop that, it was almost clear that it was over with all those nasty hammer punches but I think he saw something that we didn't see which is why he decided to let it continue. Other referees would probably just end it there and give Imavov the win.

Second round, nothing much. It's like Dolidze trying to make Imavov his prom dance in a sweet tune. Time spent in a clinch is longer than boxing.

The third round is still for Imavov.

Fourth round, this is where it gets surprising. About that hand on the mat to avoid being kicked, or a knee, it's wrong. Now, they are using it as a strategy whenever an opponent is behind them. How many times did Dolidze use that? 4 times maybe? And it's like the dominant fighter is being paralyzed because he cannot do anything about it.

Fifth round. Do imagine if Herb Dean called that kick another bad shot because the hands are down again? It could've jeopardized all of Imavov's hard work. He was lucky there was a millisecond difference when Dolidze pulled that arm up. Either he will be disqualified or that one more point will make a difference.

UFC must look deeply into this kind of rule and make sure referees will have the memo.