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Kaan Ofli Chokes Out Ricardo Ramos at UFC Rio in First-Round Upset

The outcome is under scrutiny after unpenalized cage grabs that drew sharp criticism of referee Marc Goddard.

Overview

  • Ofli submitted Ramos with a standing rear-naked choke at 3:02 of Round 1 in Rio de Janeiro.
  • Ramos appeared close to a kneebar early as Ofli allegedly grabbed the fence multiple times without a penalty from referee Marc Goddard.
  • Fans and MMA commentators condemned the missed calls on social media, and there is no reporting of an official review or any change to the result.
  • The win is Ofli’s first in the UFC and halts a two-fight skid following his run on The Ultimate Fighter 32.
  • Ramos, who entered as a betting favorite, has lost four of his past five bouts as the home crowd booed and Ofli told them to be quiet during his interview.