Dustin Poirier, a lightweight title contender, said the gloves are more comfortable but will cause more cuts, while Islam Makhachev, the winner, has criticized the gloves’ maneuverability.
The UFC started using gloves in an effort to reduce hand injuries, cuts, and abrasions to the eyes.
“I think they’re more comfortable; it’s easier to make a fist,” Poirier replied.
Since there is not as much cushioning, I think there might be more cuts. It feels like the knuckles are going to pierce the padding.
“However, I prefer the new ones. They seem like a better fit for me.
Like the last pair, the new gloves are fingerless.
have less external seams to reduce the chance of cuts and abrasions, and fresh foam is added to offer the highest level of flexibility and impact-absorbing protection, as per the UFC.
Additionally, they are lighter than the gloves that were previously required for the promotion and were introduced at UFC 14 in 1997.
“Honestly I don’t like too much because they become very old after I use them in two weeks,” Makhachev stated.
“They feel about the same, but a little harder. It’s a little challenging to open your fingers, though. They somewhat keep your fingers closed.
The new gloves are required for championship fights, and Russian Makhachev and American Poirier will wear them in gold, while the other combatants will wear them in black.
