MMA Fans Outraged: Was This the Most Controversial $100,000 Fight Ending Ever?
The PFL Champions Series 4 had it all: thrilling knockouts, impressive submissions, and a headline-grabbing controversy.
In the main event, Vadim Nemkov secured the PFL heavyweight belt against Renan Ferreira, setting up a potential showdown with Francis Ngannou in early 2026. But the real drama unfolded in the co-main event and the undercard.
Cris Cyborg's knockout victory over Sara Collins for the featherweight title was overshadowed by a fight on the PFL Lyon undercard that has fans in an uproar.
The $100,000 PFL Europe bantamweight tournament final between Baris Adiguzel and Dean Garnett ended in just 44 seconds due to a highly questionable referee decision.
Garnett, caught in a wild exchange, went down but managed to grab Adiguzel's leg, attempting a takedown. Before Adiguzel could even react, the referee shockingly called off the fight, forcing Adiguzel to the floor while Garnett, clearly alert, still held on.
But here's where it gets controversial: Was this truly a 'worst-ever' stoppage, or a necessary safety call?
Fans on social media erupted, with many calling it a 'robbery' and the 'worst stoppage in MMA.' But some argue that the referee's quick decision might have been justified to prevent potential harm.
What's your take? Was this an unfair ending or a justified safety measure? Share your thoughts and join the debate!
