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 acquired 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 conduct, 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 led to farce when Heibati continued to impress his opponent and opposing trainers after the referee waived off the match. In response to reviews, Heibati then took to social media to apologise for his actions.
“Hiya everybody. That is for Maria,” wrote the fighter. “I didn’t act proper together with her. The explanation was that earlier than the MMA combat there have been numerous fistfights. I stayed there within the cage and I simply wished 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 need 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 additionally they hit me on the top. Inform María that I’m sorry.”
The apology didn’t reduce it for HFC officers nevertheless, who responded by launched their very own assertion through Instagram.
“What occurred in right this moment’s stay broadcast is past all ethical and moral requirements. Nobody has any proper to the touch, not to mention beat the workers, workers and companions of Hardcore Media. Furthermore, such marginal conduct is completely unacceptable in the direction of ladies. Loosening your arms in the direction of women 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 will probably be fined for his price, and the complete quantity will probably be transferred to ring-girl Maria. Additionally, all contributors of mass backstage fights will probably 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 conduct. Respect your self, respect one another, respect the code of honor and easy ethical values. Respect the behavioral norms of the civilized society you might be 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 will now must name his combined martial arts profession quits at 0-1-0.
