Controversy Surrounding Fan’s Claim of Justin Gaethje’s ‘Illegal’ KO of Dustin Poirier Cleared by UFC Veteran Referee

In the headliner of UFC 291, Justin Gaethje mapped it out how a single strike can be spot on inside the octagon. Gaethje’s precision and power with the high kick proved to be the turning point, securing his triumph over a formidable opponent like Dustin Poirier. Remarking his status as the brand new BMF champion, Gaethje is surely on the verge of being the next contender for the lightweight title. However, the conclusion of the match has now become a theme of deliberation.

A fan seemed dubious about the result, as he mentioned veteran UFC referee John McCarthy in his tweet. Well, McCarthy seemed to close all the doors for the surrounding controversy as he cleared the concern with utmost ease.

The veteran gives the clarification on Justin Gaethje’s kick

It appears that Gaethje’s kick definitely sparked conversation on twitter. A fan who was worried about the outcome questioned the legitimacy of Gaethje’s kick. He voiced his concern by mentioning the twitter handle of the veteran referee. He tweeted, ” I know people think this is crazy but genuinely interested on the rules on this grey area. It appears the shin doesn’t land at all on chin of Dustin” 

However, the 60-year-old gave the laydown by replying to his tweet. He had a brief yet straight explanation regarding the outcome. He quoted,  “Well the shin didn’t land on Dustin’s chin. It landed on Dustin’s arm which was driven into the head and jawline by the shin. The foot wrapping around towards the back of the head is totally legal”

The seasoned expert provided a straightforward explanation for the legality of the decision. According to him, the impact of the shin on the opponent’s arm, which subsequently made contact with the chin, rendered the decision fair and within the rules. Furthermore, he made it clear that, within the bounds of the rules, wrapping one’s foot around the opponent’s neck was totally acceptable. With the legality of the result getting justified, ‘The Highlight’ has a big opportunity waiting ahead.

Can Justin Gaethje be the next big thing?

With the spotlight shining on Justin Gaethje, anticipation builds as he gears up for the opportunity of a lifetime. At UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi, the lightweight championship match between Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev is the focus of attention. Should Gaethje face the victor in the future, his chance to ascend the ranks and claim the coveted lightweight title becomes a distinct possibility.

Gaethje is a difficult opponent due to his skill in the octagon, unwavering dedication to his craft, and unrelenting tenacity. His striking prowess even made the UFC bantamweight champion surprised. After conquering Poirier, can he be the next big thing in the lightweight division?

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As the excitement mounts, fans and pundits alike eagerly await the unfolding of this potential championship showdown that could speed up the course of his fighting career. What do you think? Let us know in the comments.

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