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Sterling Criticizes Oblique Kick Ban, Demands Referee Accountability

Former UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling has publicly opposed the proposed ban on oblique kicks, arguing that the California Athletic Commission should prioritize enforcing existing rules rather than adding new restrictions. Sterling criticized the move as disproportionate, noting that fighters face far greater risks from head strikes and CTE. He emphasized that referees must be held accountable for failing to stop illegal actions, such as knees to grounded opponents, before introducing new rule changes.

via MMA Fighting|

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sports16 days ago•22 min saved

UFC CEO backs California commission push to ban oblique kicks after UFC 331 controversy

UFC CEO Dana White has publicly supported California State Athletic Commission Director Andy Foster’s proposal to ban oblique kicks in mixed martial arts. The move follows a controversial middleweight bout at UFC 331 where fighter Edmen Shahbazyan complained about legal knee kicks, sparking a broader debate on fighter safety and rule enforcement.

via MMA Fighting|

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ufc-white-house-202621 days ago•32 min saved

Glove-checks clear: officials debunk Topuria’s loaded-gloves claim

MMA officials dismissed Ilia Topuria’s claim that Justin Gaethje fought with loaded gloves, stating Gaethje’s gloves and wraps were fine and inspected by multiple inspectors, with CSAC director Andy Foster and referee Big John McCarthy confirming the checks and finding no validity to the accusation.

via MMA Mania|

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sports2 months ago•4 min saved

Foster Defends Dean and Pushes Clearer Foul Rules After Pereira-Gane Clash

California’s Andy Foster defended Herb Dean’s officiating during Pereira vs. Gane, saying the bout looked like a normal fight and that stopping for back-of-the-head punches is tricky in real time. He urged referees to be more willing to deduct points for clear fouls and plans to introduce new rule language to replace vague intent distinctions with categories like incidental, reckless, and malicious, aiming to standardize fouls. The interim heavyweight title fight ended with Gane’s TKO win, and Foster expressed full confidence in Dean while signaling ongoing refinements to refereeing guidelines.

via MMA Fighting|

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