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‘Big John McCarthy blames UFC refs for eye poke epidemic: ‘It’s your fault!’

Could we finally be approaching a miraculous time where eye pokes in MMA are punished swiftly and without mercy? Following a ...
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Jalin Turner, Big John McCarthy, Coach Tim Welch, Gareth A. Davies, On The Nose | The Ariel Helwani Show | November 12, 2025

Join The Ariel Helwani Show live as Ariel and the Boys in the Back set the table for the jam-packed combat week with another big show. Wednesday's lineup can be seen below: 1 p.m. ET: Ariel and the ...
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Iconic referee says controversial ‘under review’ UFC Perth call may have led to ‘mental breakdown’

MMA’s most iconic official has weighed in on Saturday night’s most controversial outcome. While some fighters were met with criticism ahead of UFC Perth due to several fight cancellations, the event ...
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Referee Jason Herzog opens up on his controversial stoppage in Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira

‘Big’ John McCarthy had a word with referee Jason Herzog after his stoppage in the main event at UFC Nashville. Derrick Lewis added another highlight to his résumé, stopping 6’7″ heavyweight Tallison ...
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Legendary referee gives ‘honest’ verdict on fighter knocked down 8 times being allowed to continue at UFC Abu Dhabi

‘Big’ John McCarthy has shared thoughts on the most controversial moment from UFC Abu Dhabi. The legendary referee watched from home as Mohammad Yahya was dropped eight times en route to a TKO loss ...
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John McCarthy Explains Why He Left MMA Media to Referee Fights Again Saying Money Is Not the Goal

“Big” John McCarthy, one of the most recognizable figures in mixed martial arts history, is returning to the role that made him famous – refereeing inside the cage. After stepping away from ...