Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson Defends Referee Stoppage in King Green's UFC 332 Loss

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson has publicly defended the referee's decision to stop King Green’s bout against Esteban Ribovics at UFC 332. Jackson, who served as a corner member for Green during the event, argued that the repeated knockdowns Green sustained in the opening round justified the official's intervention.

Addressing the controversy surrounding the finish, Jackson suggested that the accumulation of damage throughout the round necessitated a protective stoppage. "That s—t adds up," Jackson stated, noting that the intensity of the assault from Ribovics left the referee with little choice but to wave off the contest to prevent further harm to his fighter.

King Green entered the bout with high expectations, but he struggled early as Ribovics found success with his striking, sending Green to the canvas multiple times in the first frame. While the stoppage has drawn debate from fans and observers, Jackson’s perspective highlights the corner's acknowledgment of the significant physical toll Green absorbed during the short-lived fight. The loss serves as a notable setback for Green, who remains a prominent figure in the lightweight division despite the one-sided defeat at the hands of the surging Ribovics.

Source: MMA Mania.