Brendan Schaub blames Herb Dean for fighters fouling without consequence: ‘Herb ain’t going to do sh*t’
UFC referee Herb Dean faces a wave of criticism from fighters and analysts over officiating mistakes and a perceived lack of consequences for fouls.
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The brief
Referee Herb Dean is under scrutiny following several officiating errors. Brendan Schaub has claimed that fighters are fouling without consequence because Dean will not take action, while other fighters, including Renato 'Moicano,' Tom Aspinall, and 'Poatan,' have joined in criticizing his performance.
Coverage from Sherdog, MMA Fighting, MMA Junkie, and Yahoo Sports highlights a broad range of discontent. This includes a fighter from UFC Baku who accused Dean of failing to 'ensure justice' during a loss.
Dana White stated that the controversy surrounding Dean is for the commission to handle. Future developments depend on the commission's response to these complaints and whether further officiating disputes arise in upcoming events.
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Quick answers
Who are the fighters criticizing Herb Dean?
Renato 'Moicano,' Tom Aspinall, 'Poatan,' and a fighter from UFC Baku have all voiced criticism.
What is Brendan Schaub's specific complaint?
Schaub blames Dean for allowing fighters to foul without consequence.
What is Dana White's position on the matter?
White stated that the controversy is up to the commission to handle.
Coverage (5)
- Renato 'Moicano,' Tom Aspinall join 'Poatan' in criticizing Herb Dean’s officiating Sherdog · 1d ago
- Dana White: Referee Herb Dean controversy 'up to the commission' to handle MMA Junkie · 1d ago
- Herb Dean incurs UFC Baku fighter's criticism for not 'ensuring justice' in loss Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Reaction: Fighters lash out at Herb Dean's UFC refereeing mistakes Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Brendan Schaub blames Herb Dean for fighters fouling without consequence: ‘Herb ain’t going to do sh*t’ MMA Fighting · 1d ago
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