Controversial Judging at UFC 308 Sparks Outrage Over Fakhretdinov vs. Leal Decision

The unanimous decision in favor of Rinat Fakhretdinov, scored 30-27 by judge Hadi Mohamed Ali, has ignited debate over MMA judging standards.

Rinat Fakhretdinov was awarded a unanimous decision victory over Carlos Leal, despite widespread belief that Leal was the more dominant fighter.
Judge Hadi Mohamed Ali's 30-27 scorecard for Fakhretdinov has been criticized, with fans and analysts questioning the criteria used in MMA judging.
UFC's official stats showed Leal landed more significant strikes, particularly in the first two rounds, fueling claims of a judging error.
The controversy has led to calls for reform in MMA judging, with UFC President Dana White previously expressing frustration over similar issues.
Fakhretdinov defended his win, dismissing claims of bias from the commentary team, while many suggest a rematch could be a fair resolution.