WATCH: ‘Very disrespectful’ – MMA fighter helps opponent put mouthguard back in place before proceeding to brutally damage face
Fight fans react to a unique incident when a fighter helps his opponent put his mouthpiece back only to land some heavy shots.
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Fighter puts back Opponent's mouth guard (Image via X)
MMA is a combat sport that can be physically demanding and intense. It appears extremely brutal due to its competitive nature, as opponents often go into the cage with a mindset to destroy their opponents. Certainly, it’s essential to emphasize that MMA is a sport regulated by stringent rules and safety measures designed to safeguard the well-being of the athletes.
These rules govern various aspects of the competition, such as weight classes, prohibited strikes, and permissible techniques. The presence of dedicated referees and medical personnel further ensures that the sport is conducted with the utmost concern for the fighters’ safety. Beyond the critical competition among the fighters, MMA also offers numerous moments that showcase incredible displays of sportsmanship. Fighters often demonstrate respect and humility towards their opponents, both before, during, and after the bout.
Recently, one such moment went viral when, in the middle of a fight, a fighter lost his mouthguard. The other fighter, who was in control at the time, didn’t hesitate to help his opponent. Instead of taking advantage of this situation, he helped his opponent put back his mouthguard again.
After doing that, the fighter was at it again, landing some nasty shots at his opponent. Moments like this encapsulate a balance between rivalry and respect, making it a fascinating and multifaceted spectacle for fans and participants alike.
Twitter reacts to a fighter helping his opponent put back mouth guard during an MMA bout
These acts of sportsmanship provide a compelling contrast to the intensity of the competition itself and highlight the athletes’ dedication to their craft. Fighters are willing to give it their all but as long as it’s fair and square, fans would love it and definitely support such incidents.
Many users found it extremely hilarious, as moments like this are extremely rare. A few jokingly claimed that it was very disrespectful and they would have preferred losing rather than being helped like that in the middle of the bout.
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