Referee Herb Dean explains controversial ruling in Moraes vs. Nkuta
Referee Herb Dean addressed the controversial ruling in the fight between Adriano Moraes and Phumi Nkuta. Despite Nkuta leading on the scorecards, the fight ended with Moraes applying a rear-naked choke just before the bell. Dean reviewed the replay and confirmed the decision to award Moraes a technical submission victory.
- ▪Adriano Moraes faced Phumi Nkuta in a 130-pound catchweight bout at MVP MMA 1.
- ▪Nkuta was leading on two judges' scorecards before the fight's unexpected conclusion.
- ▪Referee Herb Dean ruled the fight a technical submission for Moraes after reviewing the replay.
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