Bo Nickal lived up to the hype as one of the most exciting prospects in the promotion at UFC 285. The three-time NCAA Division I national champion showcased his grappling prowess in the octagon, securing a first-round win via submission with an arm-triangle choke that forced Jamie Pickett to tap out. Nickal‘s impressive victory grabbed the attention of the MMA community, and the 27-year-old couldn’t have imagined a better start to his UFC career. However, it seems that Nickal has gotten himself into hot water with his spectacular win.

Nickal‘s intentions were clear from the opening sequence of the fight. He wanted to take the fight to the ground and utilize his wrestling skills. He engaged in the clinch early and eventually got Pickett in a headlock to take his back. After executing a brilliant takedown, Nickal wasted no time establishing top control and pinning Pickett against the cage. Despite Pickett‘s impressive defense, Nickal continued to work hard for an arm-triangle choke, which eventually led to Pickett tapping out.

However, Nickal‘s winning move is now being challenged for an appeal by his opponents’ manager.

Bo Nickal won via an illegal move?

In a video that surfaced after the fight, it appeared that Bo Nickal landed an illegal kick on Jamie Pickett‘s groin before executing the takedown that led to the submission victory. Pickett‘s manager LaMont Chappel is looking to make a case and appeal to reassess the results of the fight.

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“Jamie Pickett’s manager LaMont Chappell tells me they will be appealing the result of the Bo Nickal fight with the NSAC, citing a low blow directly led to the takedown and finish. #UFC285” Chappel wrote.

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It seems Bo Nickal‘s controversial win against Jamie Pickett at UFC 285 has sparked a lot of attention and debate. While Nickal‘s grappling skills were on full display, his winning move is now being called into question due to the possible illegal kick to Pickett‘s groin.

It remains to be seen how this situation will play out, but it’s clear that Nickal’s promising start to his UFC career has been marred by controversy.

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