After nearly three decades in the world of mixed martial arts, even the legendary Joe Rogan can experience a first! It's almost unbelievable, but after 28 years of commentating for the UFC, Rogan encountered a situation he'd never faced before.
Rogan, a fixture in the UFC since 1997, has seen it all. From the early days to the massive pay-per-view events, he's been a constant presence, offering his insights and reactions to the sport's most memorable moments. He was in the broadcast booth at UFC 323, held in Las Vegas.
But here's where it gets interesting...
During the UFC 323 main card, a fight between Jan Blachowicz and Bogdan Guskov ended in a majority draw. This meant there was no clear winner. Usually, Rogan enters the Octagon after the main fights to interview the fighters. However, because there was no victor, he was turned away. Can you imagine the surprise? Rogan, a veteran of countless events, was denied access to the Octagon. He shared his bewilderment with co-commentators Daniel Cormier and Jon Anik, stating, "That's never happened."
What do you think about the judges' decision?
In another turn of events, Rogan also had a strong reaction to Alexandre Pantoja's injury.
The co-main event saw flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja suffer a devastating arm injury, leading to a TKO loss to Joshua Van in just 26 seconds. Rogan, like many viewers, was visibly concerned, fearing the worst after seeing the replay.
The UFC provided a medical update, reporting that Pantoja had a left shoulder dislocation that spontaneously reduced itself. Essentially, his shoulder popped out but went back in on its own. Further imaging was scheduled to assess the extent of the damage.
Rogan's response? "It doesn't even make sense," he said, highlighting the visible severity of the injury. UFC CEO Dana White confirmed the update during his post-fight press conference.
This raises a question: Should fights end in a no-contest if injuries occur so quickly?
What are your thoughts on this? Share your opinions in the comments below! Who is your favorite UFC commentator?
