Read about the controversial ending in the ONE Championship title fight rematch between Jarred Brooks and Joshua Pacio. Find out how the fight was called off within the first minute and the implications for the fighters. Stay up-to-date with the latest MMA news on MMA Knockout.
| Fighters | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Jarred Brooks | Disqualified |
| Joshua Pacio | Winner |
In a highly-anticipated title fight rematch at ONE Championship 166, the action was abruptly called off within the first minute of the fight. Former UFC fighter Jarred Brooks faced off against Joshua Pacio for the promotion’s strawweight (125 lbs.) MMA belt. However, Brooks was disqualified after executing a move that violated ONE Championship’s ruleset. This controversial ending adds another bizarre chapter to Brooks’ fighting career. Stay tuned for updates on a potential trilogy bout between Pacio and Brooks.
Controversial Ending
In a highly-anticipated title fight rematch at ONE Championship 166, the action was abruptly called off within the first minute of the fight. The event, which marked ONE Championship’s debut in Qatar, featured three title fights, with the strawweight (125 lbs.) MMA belt on the line in the first bout.
Former UFC fighter Jarred Brooks faced off against Joshua Pacio in a bid to reclaim the strawweight title. Their first encounter in 2022 ended with Brooks winning via unanimous decision, making him the reigning champion. However, this time around, things took a dramatic turn.
Just moments into the fight, Brooks executed a powerful slam on Pacio and followed up with a series of punches. However, referee Herb Dean intervened and informed Brooks that his move was against ONE Championship’s ruleset, which prohibits spiking opponents on their heads. As a result, Brooks was disqualified, leaving Pacio as the winner in a controversial fashion.
This incident adds another bizarre chapter to Brooks’ fighting career, as he had previously knocked himself out with a slam while competing in the UFC. Additionally, it was the second disqualification of the night at ONE Championship 166, following Arjan Bhullar’s disqualification for inactivity in his fight against Amir Aliakbari.
The unexpected outcome has raised speculation about a potential trilogy bout between Pacio and Brooks. Fans eagerly await the promotion’s decision on this matter.
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| Fighters | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Jarred Brooks | Disqualified |
| Joshua Pacio | Winner |
By Drew Beaupré
Drew is an MMA writer with a keen interest in both regional events and major promotions like the UFC, Bellator, PFL, and ONE Championship. He has been a part of MMA Knockout since its inception in 2023.