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Roundtable: Is Ciryl Gane the UFC’s dirtiest fighter?

Veteran referee John McCarthy has supported Herb Dean following the UFC White House fight. McCarthy acknowledged that Ciryl Gane landed some illegal strikes but defended the officiating. Alex Pereira continues to dispute the result of his TKO loss.

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John McCarthy has entered the dispute to defend referee Herb Dean and explain the back-of-the-head rule.

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  1. Referee John McCarthy defends Herb Dean in Gane-Pereira controversy

    Veteran referee John McCarthy has supported Herb Dean following the UFC White House fight. McCarthy acknowledged that Ciryl Gane landed some illegal strikes but defended the officiating. Alex Pereira continues to dispute the result of his TKO loss.

    What's confirmed:

    • Ciryl Gane defeated Alex Pereira by TKO at UFC White House on June 14th.
    • John McCarthy stated that Ciryl Gane landed some illegal shots on Alex Pereira.
    • John McCarthy defended referee Herb Dean regarding the conduct of the fight.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Alex Pereira claims referee Herb Dean omitted the illegal strikes during the fight.
    • Dana White promises never to hold another UFC White House event.
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  2. Ciryl Gane Faces Backlash Over Illegal Strikes at UFC Freedom 250

    Ciryl Gane won by TKO against Alex Pereira amid allegations of illegal strikes to the back of the head. Pereira has demanded a rematch and punishment for the fighter. Joe Rogan defended Gane, stating he was not trying to deliberately commit the fouls.

    What's confirmed:

    • Ciryl Gane defeated Alex Pereira via TKO at UFC Freedom 250.
    • Alex Pereira and Dana White identified the use of illegal strikes to the back of the head during the fight.
    • Joe Rogan defended Gane against the controversy regarding illegal strikes.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Alex Pereira claims referee Herb Dean is not a man.
    • Tom Aspinall trolled Gane's reputation for committing fouls in a training video.
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  3. Debate Intensifies Over Ciryl Gane's Fighting Ethics After UFC Freedom 250

    Ciryl Gane faces scrutiny over his conduct following a TKO victory against Alex Pereira. Pereira and Dana White have highlighted the use of illegal strikes to the back of the head during the bout. This has led to broader discussions among analysts and fans regarding Gane's reputation for committing fouls.

    What's confirmed:

    • Ciryl Gane defeated Alex Pereira via TKO at UFC Freedom 250.
    • Dana White stated it is undeniable why Alex Pereira is angry after receiving several illegal shots to the back of the head.
    • Footage from previous fights has surfaced showing Gane committing fouls on several occasions.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Ciryl Gane is the dirtiest fighter in the UFC.
    • The UFC production team made a big blunder during Gane's walkout at UFC Freedom 250.
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