During the electrifying UFC 313 event, viewers were treated to a surprising moment when Joe Rogan pointed out something unusual live on air. The event featured an intense battle where Alex Pereira handed over his UFC light-heavyweight title to Magomed Ankalaev in Las Vegas. In the co-main event, Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev delivered a thrilling Fight of the Night performance, reminiscent of their epic showdown in 2023. However, just before their fight began, fans noticed something different – Gaethje was wearing MMA gloves without the usual UFC logo.
Commentator Jon Anik clarified the situation, revealing that the UFC logo had rubbed off Gaethje’s gloves during warm-ups. This unexpected twist prompted Rogan to exclaim, “How weird.”
Gaethje, who emerged victorious in the end, explained in a post-match press conference that his gloves started peeling off backstage. Despite the mishap, he decided to stick with the worn-in gloves instead of switching to new ones. This choice proved to be a wise one as Gaethje secured a significant win over Fiziev, putting himself in contention for a title shot once again.
The eventful UFC 313 showcased the resilience and adaptability of fighters like Gaethje in the face of unforeseen challenges, providing fans with an unforgettable night of mixed martial arts action.