UFC Fighter Disqualified and Released for Biting Opponent

Igor Severino's UFC career ends abruptly after biting incident during a fight night in Las Vegas, marking a first in the organization's history.

Igor Severino was disqualified and subsequently released by UFC for biting opponent Andre Lima during their flyweight bout at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas.
Severino's disqualification marks the first instance in UFC history of a fighter being disqualified for biting.
UFC President Dana White expressed frustration over the incident, emphasizing the severity of Severino's actions and the loss of a significant opportunity.
Andre Lima, who remained undefeated following the disqualification win, commemorated the event by getting a tattoo of the bite mark and received a doubled bonus from Dana White.
The incident has sparked discussions and reactions across the MMA community, with Severino facing potential issues with the Nevada State Athletic Commission.