UFC Vegas 89 Incident: Igor Severino Bites Andre Lima
UFC Vegas 89 witnessed a shocking incident as Igor Severino bit Andre Lima on the arm during their flyweight contest, overshadowing the event.
Details of the Incident
Severino was disqualified for biting in the second round of their preliminary card bout at UFC Apex in Nevada. This bout took place between two previously undefeated fighters.
Consequences of the Bite
As a result of the bite, Severino was disqualified by referee Chris Tognoni, leading to Lima winning the contest. Lima also claimed the first-ever ‘Bite of the Night’ bonus in UFC history.
Reactions and Responses
UFC president Dana White announced Severino’s release from UFC due to the bite and doubled the bonus money for Lima. White expressed his thoughts on the incident on his Instagram story, praising Lima’s reaction and resilience.
Lima, who visibly reacted to the bite, shared images of the incident and even got a tattoo around the teeth marks on his bicep with a humorous phrase, “I got f****** bit bonus”. He expressed his gratitude to Dana White and showed readiness for future fights.
Social Media Updates
Following the incident, UFC and the fighters involved shared updates on social media platforms, garnering attention and reactions from fans and the MMA community.
