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Mario Yamasaki Late Stoppage Criticism

2018 • UFC • Referee Mistake • Late Stoppage
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THE STORY

On February 3, 2018, at UFC Fight Night 125 in Belem, Brazil, referee Mario Yamasaki allowed Valentina Shevchenko to continue delivering unopposed strikes to Priscila Cachoeira, who was unable to defend herself. Shevchenko landed 230 strikes to Cachoeira's three before the bout was stopped in the second round. (espn.com)

TEAMS / PEOPLE: Mario Yamasaki, Valentina Shevchenko, Priscila Cachoeira

WHY IT MATTERS

The incident led to widespread criticism of Yamasaki's officiating, prompting UFC President Dana White to publicly state he did not want Yamasaki to referee any more UFC fights. (mmafighting.com)

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