Dana White comments on controversial UFC standup from Miragliotta

Dana White addressed the recent controversy surrounding referee Dan Miragliotta's decision to stand up the fight between Renato Moicano and Tom Nolan at UFC Fight Night 292. Moicano was in a dominant position on Nolan's back when the standup occurred. Following this, Nolan capitalized on the situation, ultimately finishing Moicano in the third round. White expressed uncertainty about the standup decision and emphasized that the rules permit such actions if fighters are deemed not to be advancing or doing damage. Discussions about improving refereeing standards were reignited by this event, and White highlighted that referee pay is the responsibility of the Nevada State Athletic Commission.

• 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — Dana White reacts to Dan Miragliotta's controversial UFC standup