Zaur Gadzhiev allegedly struck Eduard Vartanyan before fight; Babulatov confirms discussion

Zaur Gadzhiev and/or members of his team allegedly jumped on Eduard Vartanyan before his fight, striking him on the back of the head. The incident represents a serious breach of pre-fight conduct and professionalism. Despite the incident, Gadzhiev will not be expelled from the promotion. Magomed Babulatov confirmed that he had a strict conversation with Gadzhiev about the matter. The lack of severe punishment for Gadzhiev has raised questions about disciplinary standards, though details about the specific circumstances remain limited.