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Kenny Florian considers bigger picture of UFC influence on Dan Miragliotta controversy

Former UFC lightweight contender Kenny Florian weighed in on the broader implications of the Dan Miragliotta controversy, suggesting the incident could affect the organization’s reputation and referee oversight. He noted that the fallout from the disputed stand‑up decision at UFC Vegas 123 might prompt the promotion to reevaluate how officials are trained and held accountable.

The controversy stems from Miragliotta’s decision to stand up Renato Moicano during a dominant ground position, which allowed Tom Nolan to secure a third‑round TKO at the UFC Halloween event on Oct. 31, 2026.

Moicano expressed frustration over the call, while Nolan downplayed its impact, saying the outcome would have been the same regardless of the stand‑up.

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