Earlier this week, it was revealed that animal rights organization PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) had called for the UFC to sever ties with undefeated lightweight champ, Khabib Nurmagomedov, over alleged animal cruelty.
The criticism comes after PETA reviewed video footage of Nurmagomedov wrestling a bear as a child.
”PETA encourages the UFC to evaluate its relationship with Mr. Nurmagomedov until he shows a clear change in attitude and a commitment to showing animals the respect that they deserve,” a PETA spokesperson told Business Insider. “Wrestling with a chained bear is loathsome behavior that shows an utter lack of respect for and consideration of who these animals are.