Read about the unusual incident at a Russian MMA event where a cameraman was locked inside the cage with the fighters during a flyweight bout. Discover how the competitors and the cameraman reacted and the social media buzz it created. Learn about other rare occurrences at MMA events and how they can add unexpected moments to combat sports.
| Incident at Russian MMA Event | Social Media Reactions | Rare Occurrences at MMA Events | Conclusion |
|---|---|---|---|
| A cameraman was locked inside the cage during a flyweight bout at the Open Fighting Championships 36 in St Petersburg. | The incident gained attention on social media with users expressing their astonishment. | Similar failures have occurred at other MMA events, such as an Australian YouTube influencer scamming his way into UFC 284. | The incident serves as a reminder of the unexpected moments that can occur in combat sports. |
Unusual Incident at Russian MMA Event
In a bizarre turn of events at the Open Fighting Championships 36 in St Petersburg, a cameraman found himself locked inside the cage with the fighters during a flyweight bout. The two competitors, Gadzhimurad Gairbekov and Dilshot Norkuziev, seemed unfazed by the unexpected presence of the cameraman and continued their fight. Eventually, the cameraman was released, and the match resumed, with Gairbekov emerging as the winner and claiming the flyweight championship title.
Social Media Reactions
The incident quickly gained attention on social media, with many users expressing their astonishment. One fan tweeted, "That is something you do not see every day," while another commented, "I have seen the fighters start fighting before the cage door was closed, but never seen everyone forget about the camera guy." A third user humorously remarked, "Russian MMA… don’t ever change."
Rare Occurrences at MMA Events
While such failures by event staff are rare, they are not completely unheard of. Earlier this year, security at UFC 284 in Perth failed when an Australian YouTube influencer managed to scam his way into the event. The influencer, known as MikeyT, created a fake media pass and lanyard, as well as a homemade UFC polo, allowing him to enter the venue without paying. He even walked out alongside fighter Alexander Volkanovski before his match against Russian Islam Makhachev.
