After controversial new arbitration, Poatan puts his future in the UFC at stake

The judge was again accused of allowing illegal strikes, but this time, in the duel between Vinícius Oliveira and André Fili, at UFC Vegas 119, which took place last Saturday (20).

“Honestly, I’m scared to fight again with all this going on. I think I’ve done my part”reacted the Brazilian, through his Instagram profile.

During the fight against Gane, Poatan was knocked out after suffering a series of blows to the back of the head, considered illegal under the organization’s rules. At the time, Herb Dean saw everything, but did not interrupt the duel. This caused the Brazilian to use social media to complain about the judge.

At 38, Pereira was making his heavyweight debut and was going to try for a third belt in a different category; He was already middleweight champion and light heavyweight champion, being one of the most profitable names in Ultimate today.

Dana White agrees with Poatan

When asked about Poatan’s allegations, Dana White admitted that the Tupiniquim actually suffered blows to the back of the head when he faced Ciryl Gane, but did not announce any measures regarding this or any type of investigation into Dean’s actions.

“It’s undeniable that he took a few blows to the back of the head, but in the middle of the action… Alex Pereira isn’t one to complain, Alex Pereira doesn’t make excuses. I have to believe he thought it was true”, declared the top hat, during a press conference after UFC Vegas 119.

The Brazilian’s outburst came after Dana White’s statement. Despite the controversial loss, Poatan stated that he will not try to change the result of the fight, he just wants punishment for Herb Dean.