The UFC has decided to revert to the old gloves for the fighters at UFC 309, despite having introduced a new design in June intended to reduce injuries.
While the new gloves were designed to minimize eye pokes and hand injuries, the UFC's choice to revert raises questions about their effectiveness in actual competition.
Critics have linked the newer gloves to an increased decision rate of 11.5%, suggesting they may not perform as intended in terms of impact on fights.
Individual feedback on the newer gloves has been mixed, with some like Dustin Poirier endorsing their design for better fist formation, highlighting the divided opinions.
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