The controversial decision at UFC Noche has left fans and fighters frustrated. Judge Mike Bell’s scoring of the 5th round has sparked outrage. Ariel Helwani seeks answers and calls for more accountability in judging.
| Controversial Decision at UFC Noche Leaves Fans and Fighters Frustrated |
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| The recent UFC Noche event has left fans and fighters alike in disbelief after a controversial decision by judge Mike Bell. The main event between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko was a closely contested battle, with both fighters giving it their all in each round. However, it was Bell’s scoring of the 5th round that raised eyebrows and sparked outrage. |
| Typically, a 10-8 score is reserved for rounds where one fighter completely dominates their opponent. In this case, the other two judges scored the round 10-9, while Bell scored it 10-8 in favor of Grasso. This decision did not sit well with UFC fans, fighters, and even the president Dana White. |
| Bell, who has been a UFC judge since 2013 and also judges for Bellator and Invicta FC, has a history of controversial scores. This latest decision has only added to the frustration and calls for more accountability in judging. |
| Ariel Helwani, a respected MMA journalist, sought answers from Bell but received no response. In an episode of his show The MMA Hour, Helwani expressed his disappointment and called for judges to be held accountable for their decisions. |
| The controversial decision at UFC Noche has once again brought the issue of judging in MMA to the forefront. Fans and fighters are left frustrated and demanding change, hoping for a more transparent and accountable system. |
The recent UFC Noche event has left fans and fighters alike in disbelief after a controversial decision by judge Mike Bell. The main event between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko was a closely contested battle, with both fighters giving it their all in each round. However, it was Bell’s scoring of the 5th round that raised eyebrows and sparked outrage.
Typically, a 10-8 score is reserved for rounds where one fighter completely dominates their opponent. In this case, the other two judges scored the round 10-9, while Bell scored it 10-8 in favor of Grasso. This decision did not sit well with UFC fans, fighters, and even the president Dana White.
Bell, who has been a UFC judge since 2013 and also judges for Bellator and Invicta FC, has a history of controversial scores. This latest decision has only added to the frustration and calls for more accountability in judging.
Ariel Helwani, a respected MMA journalist, sought answers from Bell but received no response. In an episode of his show The MMA Hour, Helwani expressed his disappointment and called for judges to be held accountable for their decisions.
"We just want an explanation, we just want to understand the thought process. We don’t get that so we have to start hypothesizing. It’s silly, it’s stupid, it’s backwards. We would just love to get an explanation, try to get an opportunity to get a statement." – Ariel Helwani
Helwani also criticized the system, stating that judges are protected and don’t have to face the consequences of their decisions. He believes that judges should be held accountable and provide explanations for their scores.
The controversial decision at UFC Noche has once again brought the issue of judging in MMA to the forefront. Fans and fighters are left frustrated and demanding change, hoping for a more transparent and accountable system.
