Paul in 'no contest' amid bizarre UFC Atlanta bout

Airdrie fighter Paul Craig was involved in a bizarre 'no contest' at UFC Atlanta last night after opponent Rodolfo Bellato was accused of faking a knockout from an illegal move in their light-heavyweight clash.

- PAUL THOMSON

The 37-year-old delivered an illegal upkick to the Brazilian in round one, sending him to the floor and leaving him out cold for a few seconds.

Fans suggested the 29-year-old - who pulled out of the initial fight date last month with a cold sore - was faking it as he lay unconscious on the canvas.

Bellato was deemed unable to continue and the bout was ruled a 'No Contest'.