All articles tagged with #fight fixing
UFC is investigating suspicious betting activity related to Isaac Dulgarian's recent fight, consulting with the FBI after unusual betting patterns emerged, raising concerns about potential fight fixing, though no proof has been established yet.
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed the organization is working with the FBI to investigate allegations of fight-fixing related to Isaac Dulgarian's suspicious loss at UFC Vegas 110, following unusual betting activity and a questionable performance, marking the second such controversy in recent years.
The UFC is cooperating with the FBI over fight-fixing allegations involving Isaac Dulgarian, whose betting lines shifted dramatically before his fight at UFC Vegas 110. Dana White confirmed the investigation, noting that Dulgarian was released from the UFC and that the organization is taking the matter seriously, especially following a previous similar scandal. White emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and that fight-fixing is a serious offense, with the UFC fully supporting law enforcement efforts.
The UFC is investigating a gambling scandal involving Isaac Dulgarian, who was heavily favored but lost quickly, prompting suspicions of fight-fixing. Several fighters have publicly or privately acknowledged being approached to throw fights, with some retracting their statements, raising concerns about integrity in the sport.
The UFC has cut fighter Isaac Dulgarian following irregular betting activity and a suspicious loss, prompting an investigation into potential match-fixing and betting scandals, amid broader concerns about sports integrity.
Jake Paul is taking legal action against those accusing him of fight-fixing, hiring lawyer Alex Spiro to address the allegations, which have been fueled by comments from fans and celebrities following his fight with Mike Tyson and other public statements.
Claims have surfaced that the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight was "rigged" due to a secret contract clause allegedly preventing Tyson from using his signature uppercut. Despite Paul's unanimous decision victory, speculation arose after NFL legend Michael Irvin and others suggested the fight was fixed, with Paul himself admitting he held back to avoid hurting Tyson. The fight drew significant attention, with 108 million viewers tuning in, but conspiracy theories continue to shadow Paul's boxing career.