Volkov Loses Controversial Split Decision at UFC 310

At UFC 310, Alexander Volkov lost a controversial split decision to Ciryl Gane, which has drawn widespread criticism, including from UFC President Dana White, who was heard telling Volkov, 'you got f****d.' Despite Volkov controlling much of the fight, judges scored it 29-28, 28-29, and 29-28 in favor of Gane, leading to accusations of biased judging. This decision has significant implications for Volkov, who was on a four-fight winning streak and was seeking a title shot. Post-fight, Volkov expressed his disbelief over the judges' decisions, particularly targeting judge Adalaide Byrd, whom he wants removed from her position. Although fight stats suggest Gane had a slight edge in strikes and attempts, many fans and analysts feel Volkov deserved to win based on his performance. The incident has reignited discussions around the reliability of judging in MMA, underscoring the ongoing frustrations within the sport.