The leg lock that started a riot — MMA's most controversial finish ever.
World Series of Fighting 22: Palhares vs. Shields was a mixed martial arts event held August 1, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. This event aired on NBCSN in the U.S and on Fight Network in Canada.
Practical Effects
Palhares' heel hook technique is genuinely terrifying to witness.
Direction
Production captures the post-fight chaos better than scripted drama.
Editing
Slow-motion replays expose every second of the hold.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This event became the flashpoint for MMA's 'sportsmanship vs. killer instinct' debate, with fighters split on whether Palhares was malicious or just 'a finisher.'
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