Alex Pereira criticizes Herb Dean over UFC officiating mishaps
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 4:07 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
UFC champion Alex Pereira has publicly criticized referee Herb Dean regarding his officiating after the release of Michel Pereira in connection with a recent fight. During UFC Baku, Michel Pereira lost to Shara Bullet, a match that has drawn scrutiny over Dean's handling of fouls. Alex Pereira expressed frustration on Instagram, stating that serious mistakes impact fighters' careers, and called for better officiating standards. He is scheduled to return to the octagon in late 2026, although no opponent has been confirmed.
- •Alex Pereira lost to Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250.
- •Michel Pereira released after his loss at UFC Baku.
- •Pereira criticized Herb Dean for missed fouls.
- •Pereira is expected to return to heavyweight at the end of 2026.
- •No opponent announced for Pereira's next fight.
- 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — UFC champ Alex Pereira uses roster cut to resurrect Herb Dean smear campaign — ‘Sport keeps being tarnished’
"If Herb Dean properly penalized Shara Bullet at UFC Baku, would Michel Pereira still have a job?
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