DWCS 80 results: Controversy strikes as referee calls timeout instead of stopping fight

Cezary Oleksiejczuk defeated Theo Haig by first-round TKO at Dana White’s Contender Series 80 — but not without controversy. Referee Gary Copeland paused the action, believing hammerfists were to the back of the head, creating confusion inside the UFC APEX. After review, officials ruled the strikes were legal and Oleksiejczuk’s victory was confirmed. The 25-year-old prospect, younger brother of UFC middleweight Michal Oleksiejczuk, now looks poised to join the UFC roster.

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