UFC 324 was headlined by Paddy Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title. Many fans expected an easy Pimblett win, but the fight turned into an absolute brawl. Gaethje also faced major backlash over what some viewers believed were missed calls on illegal moves.
The missed calls were blatant eye pokes that could have shifted the momentum of the fight. In the UFC, eye pokes are illegal and extremely dangerous because they can immediately affect a fighter’s vision and coordination. They can also cause long-term damage, including corneal injuries that may lead to lasting vision problems.