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First, I hated fights with no crowd. It's just sad. We ain't in Covid-19 anymore. Just use the damn big places and sell some tickets. And correct, it's like a sparring match, not a real one. I mean, as a television watcher I also find joy in the cheer of the crowd while watching the fight.
First round, I don't know why referee Herb Dean didn't stop that, it was almost clear that it was over with all those nasty hammer punches but I think he saw something that we didn't see which is why he decided to let it continue. Other referees would probably just end it there and give Imavov the win.
Second round, nothing much. It's like Dolidze trying to make Imavov his prom dance in a sweet tune.
Time spent in a clinch is longer than boxing.
The third round is still for Imavov.
Fourth round, this is where it gets surprising. About that hand on the mat to avoid being kicked, or a knee, it's wrong. Now, they are using it as a strategy whenever an opponent is behind them. How many times did Dolidze use that? 4 times maybe? And it's like the dominant fighter is being paralyzed because he cannot do anything about it.
Fifth round. Do imagine if Herb Dean called that kick another bad shot because the hands are down again? It could've jeopardized all of Imavov's hard work. He was lucky there was a millisecond difference when Dolidze pulled that arm up. Either he will be disqualified or that one more point will make a difference.
UFC must look deeply into this kind of rule and make sure referees will have the memo.
