In a highly anticipated match at UFC Atlantic City, Chris Weidman emerged as the victor in his bout against Bruno Silva. However, the win did not come without controversy, as Weidman was accused of delivering multiple eye pokes to Silva during the fight.

The tension escalated in the third round when Chris Weidman sealed the victory with a TKO finish against Bruno Silva. The crowd was electrified, and the arena seemed to vibrate with excitement. Instant replays later revealed two potential eye pokes by Weidman just before the finish.

Social media erupted with reactions from both fighters and fans. Sodiq Yusuff expressed sympathy for Silva, acknowledging the challenges of dealing with the aftermath of a loss. Various commentators and reporters weighed in on the situation, with some calling attention to the egregiousness of the alleged eye pokes.

However, a change in the official result was announced by BrendanFitzTV. The commission reviewed the incident and decided that at the point of the foul, Weidman was leading on the scorecards. As a result, Weidman was declared the winner by unanimous decision.

Despite the controversy, many acknowledged Weidman's impressive performance during the match. While he may not be in his prime, Weidman's showing at UFC Atlantic City was deemed a decent one. However, his victory was marred by the debate surrounding the eye pokes.

Photos circulated on social media, showing Weidman's own injuries from the match, with a noticeable shiner under his eye. Some fighters, including Merab Dvalishvili, humorously commented on the toll the fight took on their eyes.

Not all reactions were negative towards Weidman, as some fighters like Ode' Osbourne and Damien Brown expressed support for his win. They emphasized the fact that Weidman was leading on the scorecards prior to the eye pokes.

The controversy surrounding Weidman's victory at UFC Atlantic City has sparked heated discussions among fans and experts. The incident has raised questions about the regulation of eye pokes in the sport and the impact they can have on the outcome of a fight.

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