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UFC OKC video recap: Lee stops Chiesa via controversial submission

After a pre-fight press conference brawl, it was Kevin Lee who came out victorious against Michael Chiesa in the UFC Oklahoma City main event. But it was an ending that is being put into question, particularly with referee Mario Yamasaki’s decision to stop the fight.

What was the highlight of the fight?

It was a pretty even exchange on the feet, but it was Lee who showed more dominance when the fight went to the mat. He had back control for the most part and was landing heavy ground-and-pound (including some 12 to 6 elbows), before he locked in the controversial rear naked choke in which Chiesa clearly did not tap to.