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Khalil Rountree revealed that the UFC abandoned its new glove design mainly because the leather logos kept peeling off, creating safety concerns and a less professional appearance, rather than issues with performance or knockouts.
At UFC Vegas 107, Ramiz Brahimaj's submission victory was overshadowed by controversy over broadcast camera work that showed a close-up of an unconscious Billy Ray Goff, which fighter Nazim Sadykhov criticized as disrespectful. The event also featured a notable submission but was marred by the cancellation of the main event due to a medical issue, affecting title contention opportunities.
The UFC is set to debut new 3Eight/5Eight gloves at UFC 302 in June, designed to reduce eye pokes and hand injuries. The gloves, available in gun metal and gold for different fight rounds, feature improved mobility, flexibility, and protection, with technology including reduced weight, multiple sizes, and added padding. Covertly tested during Dana White's Contender Series, the gloves aim to enhance fighter performance and safety, representing a significant change for the sport of MMA.