Hardcore Fighting Championship (HFC) is a notorious promotion because of the fighters’ antics before the actual fight takes place. There have been many occasions in face-offs where both fighters let loose with their bare fists.
This can be an alarming situation because of the intensities with which these fights happen. Bare-knuckle fights qualify as street fights that qualify for highly dangerous.
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Martial arts meant for promotions are to be carried out in an organized and safe manner, which is optimal for the fighters and the organization. Fighter safety is prioritized in every promotion during face-offs and weigh-ins, but things got a tad wild in this HFC faceoff.
Recently, a fight between two individuals broke out, which was unsanctioned. The details about the fight in itself are a bit hazy, but there seemed to be an altercation based on what they were talking about.
A group of people gathered around the fighters had to separate the two to bring back things to normalcy, but the damage was done as one fighter seemed to fall back after absorbing a clean left.
Reactions to the HFC faceoff altercation
Fight fans love conflicts both inside and outside the cage as well. With that being said, though, fans will not stand for full-blown fights away from competition. They let their feelings about the same be known in the comment section.
@george_for_the_funk commented: “This doesn’t put respect on MMA.”
@appiah_frankies commented: “This isn’t funny, MMA isn’t supposed to be like this!!”
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Another user, @fireballbead, commented: “Wants banning for life. People like this are why the average public see talented and hardworking boxers as thugs and not role models.”
Well, it is safe to say that the reactions from fans have not been subtle and are clear as day. Fighting outside the octagon can be harmful to the fighters and the organization and the thousands of fans that pay a lot of money to see them fight in an organized manner with skillful execution.
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The reaction from fans could prove as constructive criticism for the HFC from here on out.
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