THE STORY
In September 2016, UFC fighter Cris 'Cyborg' Justino faced a challenging weight cut, needing to shed 24 pounds in four days to compete at 140 pounds against Lina Länsberg at UFC Fight Night 95 in Brasilia, Brazil. This rapid weight loss raised concerns about fighter safety and the practice of extreme weight cutting in MMA. Cyborg won the fight by TKO in the second round.
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WHY IT MATTERS
The incident highlighted the dangers of extreme weight cutting in MMA, sparking ongoing discussions about fighter health and the need for regulatory reforms in the sport.