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UFC’s Maycee Barber doesn’t feel safe with veteran referee – I don’t want him reffing my fights

Mixed martial arts (MMA) referees have one of the most unforgiving jobs in sports. They’re asked to make split-second ...
MiddleEasy on MSN

Maycee Barber tells MMA world, 'I don’t feel safe in there with him anymore' regarding veteran referee Mark Smith

Mixed martial arts fighters rely on referees to ensure safety and fairness inside the cage. For Maycee Barber, known as “The ...
SB Nation on MSN

Dominick Cruz defends viral tweet criticizing Alexandre Pantoja injury stoppage, referee was ‘scared to death’

The penultimate bout of the last UFC pay-per-view of 2025 saw Joshua Van win the flyweight title in shocking fashion when ...
Bloody Elbow

Fans call for referee to be fired after inexcusable mistake robs fighter of KO at UFC Vancouver

Dan Miragliotta is facing heavy criticism for his performance at UFC Vancouver. The veteran referee was on duty when Kyle Nelson fought Matt Frevola on Saturday night. After 15 minutes of action, ...
Hawk Central

UFC Fight Night 263 video: Referee misses tap, lets fighter go unconscious

Billy Elekana picked up his first UFC victory Saturday in violent fashion, partially due to a referee mishap. After landing a clubbing shot, Elekana (9-2 MMA, 1-1 UFC) locked in a rear-naked choke on ...