Tommy McMillen Addresses In-Cage Gesture Toward Marwan Rahiki’s Corner

Tommy McMillen has publicly addressed his mid-fight gesture toward Marwan Rahiki’s corner during their bout at Noche UFC this past Saturday. Late in the contest, as McMillen began to assert control over the fight, he was captured on broadcast cameras aiming double middle fingers toward Rahiki’s coaching staff. In a recent interview, McMillen defended the action, characterizing the move as a reaction to his opinion of the opposing corner. Despite the intensity of the moment, McMillen maintained that his focus remained on the competition, noting that he felt entirely justified in his behavior at the time. The Noche UFC bout served as a pivotal moment for McMillen, who continued his successful run in the promotion. The fighter, known for his candid personality, acknowledged his reputation for being unconventional but emphasized that the exchange was specific to the conduct of the individuals in the opposing corner during the matchup.

Source: MMA Fighting.