Nov 14, 2022 · There were iffy back-of-the-head punches on the ground, undeniable fish hooking, and at one point Chandler blew his bloody nose on Poirier’s face, covering him with blood. During UFC 281’s...

Fish-hooking is the act of inserting a finger or fingers of one or both hands into the mouth, nostrils or other orifices of a person, and pulling away from the centerline of the body; in most cases with the intention of pulling, tearing, or lacerating the surrounding tissue.

Nov 13, 2022 · Michael Chandler appeared to 'fish-hook' Dustin Poirier during their UFC 281 bout. Poirier then replied: 'He had his fingers in my mouth and lifted/yanked up, that's what I was complaining...

#UFC lightweight Dustin Poirier spoke to reporters after his third-round submission of Michael Chandler, reacted to his win, what was said between them after...

Nov 13, 2022 · Dustin Poirier vs. Michael Chandler looked like a guaranteed “Fight of the Night” on paper ahead of UFC 281 tonight (Sat., Nov. 12, 2022) in New York City and boy did it deliver. For 2.5 rounds,...

Aug 2, 2024 · Relive the shocking 'Fish Hook' incident at UFC 46! Discover the moment that almost changed MMA forever. #UFC #CombatSports #MMAHistory #RefereeIntervention.

Nov 14, 2022 · Critics claim that Chandler cheated multiple times during the fight including purposely using a fish hook maneuver to secure a submission in round 2. During post-fight interviews, Chandler...

Feb 26, 2025 · There’s still plenty of bad blood left between Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler two years following their fight at UFC 281 in 2022. Poirier would end up beating Chandler, submitting “Iron...

Jun 16, 2022 · Fish hooking is one of the most unlawful activities a fighter can engage in within the ring, and it is absolutely prohibited in the UFC. Fish hooking occurs when a fighter inserts their fingers into the mouth or nostrils and pulls them away from the body.

UFC 15 saw limitations on hair pulling, and the banning of strikes to the back of the neck and head, headbutting, small-joint manipulations, and groin strikes. Before the rule, were people actually kicking/punching each other in the nuts, and fish hooking opponents?