Henry Cejudo Advocates for Herb Dean's Dismissal Over Refereeing Errors

Henry Cejudo has expressed serious concerns regarding referee Herb Dean's performance in MMA, suggesting that his decisions could endanger fighters' lives and careers. Cejudo believes it would be prudent to relieve Dean of his duties due to a series of controversial calls.

During a discussion with Kamaru Usman, Cejudo criticized Dean's officiating, stating that many fighters feel 'robbed' by his decisions. He pointed to a recent incident at UFC 332 where Dean stopped a fight involving King Green prematurely, despite Green's belief that he could have continued competing effectively.

Cejudo's criticism extends beyond this single event, referencing a controversial decision involving Ian Escuza at the Contender Series, where Dean failed to stop a fight after an illegal knee strike. UFC CEO Dana White has also criticized Dean's performance, indicating that his long tenure does not excuse recent mistakes. Cejudo's call for Dean's removal reflects a growing dissatisfaction with officiating standards in MMA.