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UFC referee Herb Dean has found himself at the center of a viral moment after accidentally delivering what fans are calling a "People's Elbow" to Dustin Poirier. This unexpected move took place after Poirier was brutally knocked out by Justin Gaethje in their highly anticipated rematch at UFC 291 in Salt Lake City.
Herb Dean's Unintended Blow
Poirier, a fan favorite, suffered a devastating head kick in the second round of the fight, causing him to collapse to the canvas. As Gaethje closed in with a hammerfist, referee Herb Dean stepped in to stop the contest, but unfortunately landed on Poirier in the process. Fans couldn't help but see the similarity to The Rock's iconic WWE move, the "People's Elbow".
Fans React to the Unexpected Move
The incident quickly garnered attention on social media, with MMA enthusiasts sharing their amusement and disbelief. Tweets flooded in, with fans jokingly referencing Herb Dean's accidental elbow on Poirier. One fan tweeted, "People's Elbow by Herb Dean," while another playfully said, "Herb Dean hit the people's elbow on Dustin Poirier." Others chimed in, with one remarking, "Bro!! Herb Dean dropped the people's elbow on Poirier." The unexpected move certainly added a comical twist to the already intense match.
Justin Gaethje's Victorious Moment
Despite the unexpected elbow incident, Justin Gaethje emerged triumphant, knocking out Poirier and claiming the vacant BMF (Baddest Mother F****r) title. This victory puts Gaethje on track for a third attempt at the undisputed lightweight title. In his post-fight interview with Joe Rogan, Gaethje expressed his desire to fight for the world championship, stating, "Win, lose, or draw, maximum effort is what you're going to get out of me."
Poirier's Emotional Response
Dustin Poirier, on the other hand, took the loss with grace, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of the sport. In a post-fight interview, he said, "That's fighting, that's why I love this sport. It's the theatre of the unknown." Although crestfallen, Poirier remains hopeful and grateful for his life and family. He stated, "We're not at a funeral here. I've won. I've won life. Where I come from, I already won."
Despite the unexpected "People's Elbow" moment, the rematch between Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier certainly provided fans with an electrifying display of skill and heart in the octagon.
