“Should Be Thrown in Prison” – UFC Fans React to Marc Goddard’s Handling of Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje

A few fans are not happy with how referee Marc Goddard handled things on June 14 during the Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje lightweight title unification clash. For context, after taking severe punishment from Gaethje for three rounds at UFC Freedom 250, Ilia told his brother, Aleksandre, he could barely see due to the swelling around his eyes. The ringside doctor was then called in to assess “El Matador.” The one-minute break in between rounds was already over, and it was time for the fourth stanza. However, Goddard decided to call a timeout so that the doctor could determine if…