From being touted as one of the best referees in the business, Herb Dean has been in the firing line of criticism as of late. The long-time official was once again involved in a bit of controversy during the UFC Vegas 42 co-main event between heavyweights Ben Rothwell and Marcos Rogerio De Lima.
As you’ll see in the video below, Dean grabbed De Lima by the waist, which will usually signify a halt to the action. But instead of waving it off to make the stoppage official, Dean let the action continue for a few more seconds.
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