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TUF 34’s Xavier Franklin calls Herb Dean a ‘lying bastard’ after controversial fight restart

Xavier Franklin of TUF 34 calls referee Herb Dean a 'lying bastard' after a controversial fight restart

By · Published August 13, 2026  18:30 UTC · Updated August 15, 2026  19:49 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Xavier Franklin of TUF 34 calls referee Herb Dean a 'lying bastard' after a controversial fight restart
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One referee's call has sparked a firestorm of controversy on The Ultimate Fighter 34. During a fight, Herb Dean restarted the bout after a stoppage, leading to confusion and outrage.

Xavier Franklin, the fighter involved, publicly called Dean a 'lying bastard' in response to the call. The incident has drawn attention from multiple outlets, including MMA Fighting, Yahoo Sports, and the Business Herald Corporation.

MMA Sucka also covered the story. The UFC has not yet responded to the incident.

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What did Xavier Franklin say about Herb Dean?

Xavier Franklin called Herb Dean a 'lying bastard' after a controversial fight restart.

What happened during the fight?

Herb Dean restarted the fight after a stoppage, leading to confusion and outrage.

What is the UFC's response to the incident?

The UFC has not yet responded to the incident.

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