Justin Gaethje is undoubtedly one of the most captivating fighters in the UFC today. Known for his fearless approach to combat, the American mixed martial artist has established himself as a formidable presence in the lightweight division. However, Gaethje’s recent bout against Tony Ferguson at UFC 286 came under fire for the comments made by Michael Bisping in the commentary booth. In this article, we delve into why the former UFC middleweight champion’s words were deemed “unprofessional” and how they impacted the main event.
Justin Gaethje criticized Michael Bisping’s commentary during UFC 286, saying that he felt Bisping was biased during the main event bout between Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman. Edwards and Bisping are both from England while Gaethje is a teammate of Usman’s. Gaethje did not provide any specific examples for why he believed Bisping’s commentary was biased. Edwards ultimately won the fight by majority decision to retain the 170-pound title. When asked if he felt that commentators should not be assigned to bouts featuring friends and teammates, Gaethje did not provide a concrete answer but did state that he believed it was unprofessional for Bisping to be on the microphone during the fight.
Gaethje also expressed confusion over the co-main event fight against Rafael Fiziev, which ended in a majority decision draw with a result that was read out in an unusual manner. Gaethje was confident he won the fight but was confused by the way the results were announced. UFC President Dana White also made an appearance in Gaethje’s statements, with Gaethje affirming that White would not have a problem with his celebratory off-the-cage flip after winning the fight.
In conclusion, while some may argue that Michael Bisping’s commentary during the UFC 286 main event featuring Justin Gaethje was unprofessional, it’s clear that Gaethje’s performance left a lasting impression on fans and his opponents alike. With his impressive striking skills and relentless aggression, Gaethje has become a force to be reckoned with in the lightweight division. Whether you love or hate his style, there’s no denying that Gaethje is a fighter who always brings his best to the octagon. It will be interesting to see where his career takes him from here, but one thing is for sure – he’s a fighter who deserves our respect and admiration.
