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Dave Portnoy Calls Out Controversial Decision in Gaethje-Paddy UFC Fight

Dave Portnoy Calls Out Controversial Decision in Gaethje-Paddy UFC Fight

Summary

During the UFC fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Gaethje was declared the winner after five intense rounds. A controversial moment occurred when Gaethje poked Pimblett's eye, leading to calls for a rematch by Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports.

Key Facts

  • The fight was for the interim UFC Lightweight championship.
  • Justin Gaethje won the match after five rounds of fighting.
  • Paddy Pimblett, a former Barstool Sports employee, competed against Gaethje.
  • Gaethje was warned for eye-poking, which could have led to a point reduction.
  • Dave Portnoy called for a rematch due to the controversy over the eye-poke.
  • Gaethje is now set to face Ilia Topuria in a future fight.

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