Most MMA fans aren’t aware how difficult it is to be a referee. A referee has to know every single rule for every single fight, has to be keenly aware of everything taking place before his eyes and has to watch for every tiny detail during every second of fight time. If a referee slips up, it could lead to fatal consequences.
There have been some horrendous MMA referees over the years, but sometimes even the best of the best make some head-scratching blunders. A referee’s decision happens in the blink of an eye and he or she is solely responsible for the fighters’ safety during combat.