Unbelievable! UK street fighter's 'pickled ear' raises eyebrows
bare-knuckle fight in the UK, a disturbing act of aggression reminiscent of the infamous 1997 Mike Tyson-Evander Holyfield match unfolded. Just like Tyson, who infamously bit off a portion of Holyfield's ear during their bout, a fighter in the UK resorted to ear-biting in a bloody encounter described as a «no rules» brawl.
According to the Daily Star, an unidentified bare-knuckle fighter decided to preserve his torn ear in a jar after the intense fight, shedding light on the growing trend of these unregulated matches in the UK.
It appears that these underground «fight club»-like events have attracted a mix of tough individuals and daredevils, including 32-year-old Alex Etherington from County Durham.
Despite emerging as the winner in the fight, Etherington suffered the loss of his ear. His story is featured in the documentary UNTOLD: The Secret World of Fight Clubs, which explores the dangers and prevalence of these unregulated and unrestricted fights.
Etherington shared his harrowing experience and the aftermath of his ear being torn off.
Reflecting on his participation in the underground fighting scene, Etherington expressed his gratitude for being able to compete in the highly sought-after event called King Of The Streets. He attributed his inclusion to a friend's recommendation.
The fight garnered significant attention, amassing half a million views on YouTube and propelling Etherington's Instagram following to around 7,000 overnight.
The documentary sheds light on the hidden world of underground fights, emphasizing the need for regulation and safety measures to prevent such incidents from occurring. These bare-knuckle brawls pose severe risks to participants and demand attention from authorities to ensure the
