Did Rodolfo Bellato FAKE His KO? UFC Atlanta's WILDEST Finish EVER!
UFC Atlanta delivered a Fight Night card full of excitement, but one fight stole the show – and not for the reasons you'd expect. The light heavyweight clash between Paul Craig and Rodolfo Bellato ended in a bizarre "no contest" after an illegal up-kick, leaving fans and fighters alike questioning the legitimacy of Bellato's reaction.
The fight itself started normally enough. Bellato secured a takedown and seemed to be in control. However, seconds before the round ended, Craig landed an illegal up-kick, sending Bellato sprawling backward. What happened next is what has everyone talking.
Initially, Bellato appeared unconscious, prompting the referee to wave off the fight. But then things took a strange turn. Bellato, after initially appearing to complain to the referee, attempted to grapple with him! The fight was ruled a no contest due to Craig's accidental illegal blow.
However, many, including prominent UFC fighters like Justin Gaethje who called it the "biggest flop in MMA history," and Angela Hill, suspected Bellato of faking the knockout. Social media exploded with accusations of an "Oscar-worthy" performance.
The controversy surrounding the fight is further amplified by the fact that Bellato previously withdrew from a scheduled fight with Craig due to a "herpes" diagnosis. This latest incident raises more questions about the fight's outcome and the future matchups for both fighters.
The unusual ending overshadowed other exciting moments at UFC Atlanta, including highlight-reel knockouts by Malcolm Wellmaker and Phil Rowe. But the debate surrounding Craig vs. Bellato is sure to rage on.
What do you think? Was Bellato faking the knockout, or was it a genuine reaction to the illegal blow? Let us know in the comments below!
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