“Should be investigated ASAP” – UFC Vegas 85 judges CONTROVERSIAL scoring for Nassourdine Imavov vs Roman Dolidze fight has fans fuming
The scorecards of Nassourdine Imavov vs. Roman Dolidze became controversial. Check out how one judge scored it.
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Scorecards of Nassourdine Imavov vs. Roman Dolidze seeds controversy as one judge scored the fight as a draw (via UFC.com)
Nassourdine Imavov defeated Roman Dolidze in the main event of UFC Vegas 85. This not only demonstrated the fierce spirit of the middleweight division but also gave fans an emotional rollercoaster of suspense.
Imavov led the opening round, highlighted by a stunning right hand that knocked Dolidze down to the canvas. Nassourdine Imavov tried to finish the fight with ground and pound in the final minute of the round. In the final seconds, he tried to submit Dolidze. However, the time ran out. The second round marked a reversal in tempo, with Dolidze gaining control with clinch work and leg kicks.
The third round was quite identical to the second. The fighters engaged in leg kicks and clinches. Imavov delivered some sharp punches in this round. He showcased his striking skill in this bout. A critical moment in the fourth round, with Imavov delivering a head kick on Dolidze and the referee halted the fight. This occurred when Dolidze’s hand was on the canvas. Dolidze remained seated for an extended period as the doctor was called. Imavov received a point deduction for this incident.
Despite Dolidze’s opening assertiveness, the fifth round included clinches and takedown attempts. Imavov expertly evaded Dolidze’s attempts to take the bout to the ground, remaining upright against the cage. He intentionally had Dolidze stand, and the round ended, putting the outcome of the fight in the hands of the judges. Imavov won the bout by majority decision. The scorecards showed 49-44, 47-47, and 48-46.
Fight fans react to Nassourdine Imamov vs. Roman Dolidze scorecard
The aftermath of the UFC Vegas 85 headliner between Roman Dolidze and Nassourdine Imavov had fans and commentators scratching their heads due to controversial scorecards. The clash, which took place on February 4, 2024, sparked a flurry of emotions on social media sites.
Social media exploded with disapproval as fans voiced their disbelief at the judges’ decision to score the fight a draw. The outrage was such that even MMA commentators joined in on this. One of the judges scored the fight as a draw despite it being fully one-sided in favor of Imavov. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:
The contested scorecard of the Dolidze vs. Imavov fight at UFC Vegas 85 sparked a blaze of criticism and debate among fans on social media. The aftermath of this bout challenged the judges’ competence. It also demonstrated the passionate and vocal attitude of the MMA audience on social media.
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