Referee, judges assigned for Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev title fight at UFC 313
In a thrilling announcement for UFC 313, veteran referee Herb Dean will oversee the title clash between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev. Judges Derek Cleary, Sal D’Amato, and Chris Lee have been assigned to ensure a fair contest.
Referee, judging assignments revealed for UFC 311 including Chris Leben working co-main event
The lineup for UFC 311 is out, with a notable highlight being Chris Leben’s role as referee in the co-main event. His transition from fighter to official adds a layer of intrigue to the awaited matchups.
John McCarthy explains why Chris Curtis’ UFC Fight Night 249 stoppage loss was a mistake
In the aftermath of UFC Fight Night 249, renowned referee John McCarthy sheds light on the controversial stoppage that led to Chris Curtis’ defeat. McCarthy argues that the premature call denied Curtis a fair chance to showcase his resilience.
Merab Credits Referee (Not O’Malley) For Aljo Loss
In a twist of fate, Merab Dvalishvili pins Aljamain Sterling’s loss not on Sean O’Malley, but squarely on the referee’s shoulders. A controversial call, he suggests, perhaps shifted the balance in what could’ve been a different story atop the octagon.