Zaur Gadzhiev involved in pre-fight altercation with Eduard Vartanyan

Zaur Gadzhiev and/or his teammates were involved in an incident where they struck Eduard Vartanyan on the back of the head before his fight. The altercation occurred in the lead-up to Vartanyan's bout. Magomed Bibulatov stated that he had a stern conversation with Gadzhiev about the incident. Despite the altercation, Gadzhiev will not be removed from the promotion. The situation highlights tensions and unprofessional conduct in the pre-fight environment. Details about potential disciplinary measures beyond the conversation with Bibulatov were not provided.