UFC Kansas City promises the return of former UFC champion Max Holloway against rising contender Arnold Allen. However, it has gotten off to a controversial start even before the two featherweight giants collided as former UFC double champion Daniel Cormier himself spoke out about a “bad decision”.
The preliminary card for UFC Kansas City was opened by Women bantamweights Joselyne Edwards (Now 13-4-0) and Lucie Pudilová (Now 14-8-0). Subsequently, the two mixed martial artists went toe-to-toe in a close 3-round fight and as usual, the decision went to the judges. Even though Edwards looked to have lost all 3 of the rounds in the public eye, the judges decided to reward a split decision to her instead of Pudilová.
#UFCKansasCity Official Scorecard: Joselyn Edwards (@JoselyneMma29) vs Lucie Pudilova
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Meanwhile, one of the voices from the spectators was of UFC HoF and commentator Daniel Cormier, who did not shy away from showcasing his disgust towards the bizarre decision.
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‘DC’ after speaking in shock about the decision during the event, he also went public on his Twitter and lashed out at the judges from UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs Allen. He wrote, “That’s really bad! What a bad start to the night with Judging. Holy shit.”
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Furthermore, UFC fighter Jasmine Jasudavicius also expressed her disappointment. She wrote, “So judges don’t actually watch fights… right?” Also Joined by UFC fighter Nina Ansaroff, who also complained against the “Horrible decision.”
What did you think of the fight? Do you think it was a split decision in Edwards’ favor? Let us know in the comments below.