Iranian fighter Ali Heibati has discovered that it’s unacceptable to place arms, or toes, on civilians after apparently kicking a hoop woman earlier than his bout on April 19, 2024 even received began. Heibati has obtained a lifetime ban for his actions.
The match, set in Moscow, Russia, was scheduled to see Ali Heibati tackle his opponent, Arkady Osipyan. However in an unfathomable show of habits, Heibati determined to kick a hoop woman, recognized solely as Maria as of writing, earlier than the bell even rang. By doing so, the Iranian had sealed his destiny and earned a lifetime ban from the Arduous Combating Championship league for the remainder of his life. The scheduled bout resulted in farce when Heibati continued to impress his opponent and opposing trainers after the referee waived off the match. In accordance with studies, Heibati then took to social media to apologise for his actions.
“Whats up everybody. That is for Maria,” wrote the fighter. “I didn’t act proper along with her. The rationale was that earlier than the MMA combat there have been numerous fistfights. I stayed there within the cage and I simply needed to exit and combat.
“I used to be tense and, as most perceive, feelings flourish within the combat, so earlier than the combat I acted badly in the direction of María. I wish to publicly apologise to her. I’m a married man, so I respect the feminine gender. She was doing her job and I, after the combat, didn’t admit my guilt both, as a result of in addition they hit me on the pinnacle. Inform María that I’m sorry.”
The apology didn’t minimize it for HFC officers nonetheless, who responded by launched their very own assertion by way of Instagram.
“What occurred in in the present day’s stay broadcast is past all ethical and moral requirements. Nobody has any proper to the touch, not to mention beat the employees, workers and companions of Hardcore Media. Furthermore, such marginal habits is totally unacceptable in the direction of ladies. Loosening your arms in the direction of girls is the bottom a person can go to.
“The League determined that within the context of the present state of affairs, the apologies already made by Ali Heibati are completely not sufficient. He might be fined for his price, and the whole quantity might be transferred to ring-girl Maria. Additionally, all contributors of mass backstage fights might be disqualified and faraway from appearances in Hardcore Media promotions. At this second, we’re figuring out all of the names and culprits who’ve participated in these acts of unsportsmanlike habits. Respect your self, respect one another, respect the code of honor and easy ethical values. Respect the behavioral norms of the civilized society you’re a part of.”
It’s understood that Heibati, who additionally competes as a kickboxer, won’t ever be welcomed again to HFC the place, extremely, he was making his MMA debut and should now must name his combined martial arts profession quits at 0-1-0.
