Bisping Criticizes NSAC for Withholding UFC 329 Purses
Michael Bisping has publicly criticized the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) for its decision to withhold fight purses from three winners of UFC 329 who celebrated by climbing the cage after their bouts.
The NSAC is delaying payments to Max Holloway, Paddy Pimblett, and Gable Steveson pending disciplinary hearings, as reported by BJPenn.com. Bisping expressed his views on his YouTube channel, suggesting that the commission is profiting at the expense of the fighters.
Bisping highlighted that he celebrated similarly after winning the middleweight title at UFC 199 without facing penalties. He noted that boxers often celebrate by standing on ring ropes without repercussions, questioning the inconsistency in how MMA fighters are treated. Daniel Cormier has also criticized the NSAC for penalizing celebrations that do not pose safety risks. Pimblett's management has expressed concerns over what they see as selective enforcement. The outcome of the backlash and its potential impact on NSAC policies remains uncertain, as hearings will be held to determine the duration of the payment delays for the fighters.
