UFC 170: Why the Concept of “Intelligent Defense” Must Be Re-Evaluated

Another UFC event, another refereeing controversy. This recurring issue has become painfully predictable in recent times, with the unfortunate result of, once again, shifting our focus away from the fighters and onto the officials. Last Saturday’s UFC 170 main card showcased two extremes of the same problem, as Herb Dean blundered his way through the […]

Another UFC event, another refereeing controversy. This recurring issue has become painfully predictable in recent times, with the unfortunate result of, once again, shifting our focus away from the fighters and onto the officials. Last Saturday’s UFC 170 main card showcased two extremes of the same problem, as Herb Dean blundered his way through the […]