Jamahal Hill expresses his disagreement with referee Marc Goddard’s decision at UFC 295 and explains why he doesn’t want Goddard officiating his future bouts. Hill also discusses his recovery from a torn Achilles tendon and the promised title shot upon his return.
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| Jamahal Hill’s Disagreement with Referee Marc Goddard | Jamahal Hill disagrees with referee Marc Goddard’s decision to stop the fight between Alex Pereira and Jiří Procházka at UFC 295. He believes the fight was stopped too soon and emphasizes the importance of giving champions a chance to fight through adversity. Hill does not want Goddard officiating his future bouts. |
| Hill’s Recovery and Promised Title Shot | Currently recovering from a torn Achilles tendon, Hill had to vacate his light heavyweight title. However, the UFC has promised him a title shot upon his return. |
Jamahal Hill’s Disagreement with Referee Marc Goddard
The recent main event at UFC 295 showcased Alex Pereira’s victory over Jiří Procházka, but the stoppage by referee Marc Goddard received mixed reactions. One fighter who strongly disagreed with Goddard’s decision is Jamahal Hill, who might be next in line to face Pereira. In a video uploaded to his YouTube channel, Hill expressed his belief that the fight was stopped too soon and explained why he doesn’t want Goddard officiating his future bouts. Hill emphasized the importance of giving champions a chance to fight through adversity in championship fights, especially at a prestigious event like Madison Square Garden. He also mentioned previous instances where he felt Goddard’s judgment was questionable. Despite his personal relationship with Goddard, Hill made it clear that he doesn’t want the referee in the Octagon when he faces Pereira.
Hill’s Recovery and Promised Title Shot
Currently recovering from a torn Achilles tendon, Hill had to relinquish his light heavyweight title. However, the UFC has assured him of a title shot upon his return.
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