Eye pokes have long been a troubling issue in MMA, frequently leading to fight stoppages and injuries. Despite numerous attempts by organizations like the UFC to address the problem, solutions have often fallen short. UFC veteran “One Punch” Brad Pickett, now a coach at Great Britain Top Team, believes the answer lies in adopting RIZIN MMA gloves, a design he describes as superior to current alternatives.
Brad Pickett Talks Eye Pokes & UFC Gloves
While the UFC recently introduced redesigned gloves aimed at minimizing eye pokes, feedback has been mixed, with fighters noting that the changes have not significantly reduced the frequency of these incidents.