She kicked her opponent in the head "like a soccer ball", and then one of the most controversial scenes in UFC was witnessed
Dion Barbosa celebrated at the UFC Vegas 115 event against Melisa Gato, but this fight will be remembered primarily for one of the most controversial situations in UFC recently.
TL;DR
- Dion Barbosa defeated Melisa Gato at UFC Vegas 115.
- A controversial soccer kick by Barbosa in the second round drew significant debate.
- The kick's legality was questioned as Gato may have been grounded.
- After review, Barbosa received a one-point deduction instead of disqualification.
- Barbosa won the fight by majority decision (29-27, 29-27, 28-28).
- UFC fighter Charles Johnson defended Barbosa, accusing Gato of faking injury.