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“Fully Committing to Finishing a Ref”: Fighter Putting Official in a Tight Submission Sets Off MMA Fans

Published 01/29/2023, 11:30 AM EST

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MMA fighters are known for their fierce competitive spirit, but sometimes they can get a little too caught up in the moment. When the adrenaline starts flowing, they can lose track of their surroundings and make some silly moves. Take the famous ONE Championship fight, for example. The dazed fighter ended up taking on the referee under a leg lock and wouldn’t let go. This hilarious moment elicited all kinds of reactions from fans who found humor in the fighter’s intense but misguided persistence.

Regardless of the reaction, one thing is certain – this moment has become a staple in the annals of MMA history, a testament to the unpredictable and sometimes comical nature of the sport. Although many UFC and ONE fans are used to these situations, MMA fights never fail to amaze them.

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The fight between Shinechagtga Zoltsetseg and Ma Jia Wen was a showstopper that had the crowd on the edge of their seats. In a blink of an eye, Zoltsetseg delivered a knockout punch in just 54 seconds, causing an explosive reaction from the spectators. But just when everyone thought the action was over, Wen, dazed from the knockout, made a hilarious mistake.

He grabbed the referee’s leg, thinking it was Zoltsetseg, and attempted a kneebar. This unexpected twist had the audience rolling with laughter, proving that “the show must go on” even in the aftermath of a knockout. This unforgettable bout serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of MMA fights where anything can happen.

MMA fans are in splits after watching an outrageous match

Check out how the fans responded to this crazy moment from this ONE Championship fight:

“I’ve never seen a fighter fully committing to finishing a ref after getting rocked”

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“This is the kinda friend you want with you in a bar fight tho”

“His instincts kicked in”

“Brought the phrase “break a leg” to another level.”

“Imagine waking up from that thinking you win and then see the ref. “

“Ref needs to work on his leg lock defence tbh”

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“Too much respect for the best referee in the world “

“looks like he has an old grudge with the referee”

In conclusion, MMA fights strive for predictability to deliver the best experience for fans. The unpredictability of the sport is what keeps fans on the edge of their seats.

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So the next time you’re watching an MMA bout, hold on to your hat, as you never know what these athletes will do in the heat of the moment.

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Written by:

Mayur Soni

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Mayur Soni is a UFC Writer at EssentiallySports. His interest in the UFC heightened when he first saw his favorite fighter Conor McGregor knockout Jose Aldo in mere 13 seconds, in 2015. He thus got hooked on the sport.
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Vineet Nandwana