The latest example of this came over the weekend at UFC 142: Aldo vs. Mendes when Rogan interviewed referee Mario Yamasaki after disqualifying Erick Silva for landing an illegal blow to the back of opponent Carlo Prater’s head rendering him unable to continue. However, upon further review it appeared Silva’s strikes were on point for the most part and certainly nothing intentional meriting a DQ.

During Rogan’s discussion with Yamasaki he put the veteran official on the spot, publicly disagreeing with his call rather than asking for an explanation and moving on. Rogan went on MMA forum The Underground earlier today where he offered up his side of things after being called out for his actions by fans/media.

“He’s a great guy, and I’m always happy to see him,” wrote Rogan about Yamasaki. “When I step into the Octagon, however, I represent the people watching at home that might have obvious questions, and when something is controversial I’m forced to confront it honestly because that’s what I would want to hear from a person in my position if I was a fan watching it at home.”

“I think Mario Yamasaki is one of the best in the world at refereeing MMA. No doubt about it. He’s got great insight to the sport, he’s a life long martial artist, and he’s a really smart guy,” Rogan continued. “What I was acting from, is that I saw an incredible young talent get denied a KO victory for a questionable call. When I entered into the Octagon and was told of the official ruling that Silva was going to be disqualified for illegal blows to the back of the head everyone that I was around who heard the news opened their mouths in shock. Everyone said, ‘What?’”

“The people in the truck couldn’t believe it. I had to read it back to them because I thought it was a mistake, and when I leaned over to explain it to (Mike Goldberg) he couldn’t believe it either,” the longtime color-commentator concluded. “I had to ask Mario about it. I didn’t know how he was going to respond, but I had to ask him. Erick Silva is a very promising fighter and I felt like I had a responsibility to address the issue. No disrespect intended.”

As it turns out the result was so controversial UFC President Dana White ultimately awarded Silva a win bonus despite technically losing the bout. Silva also has the ability to protest the result, a move likely working in his favor where a “No Contest” ruling is concerned as UFC V.P. of Regulatory Affairs Marc Ratner is in charge of making a determination based on the lack of athletic commission in Brazil where the event was held.

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It is not known whether Horn will be competing on a one-fight basis or if he’s been signed to a long-term contract.

Leites was scratched after suffering a hand injury while training.

Horn, who has fought in the UFC before, and even fought and lost in the main event of UFC 54 against Chuck Liddell, whom he had previously beaten at UFC 19 in 1999.

Horn has competed since 1996 and has compiled a documented record of 79-16-5, however, it’s widely accepted that he has competed well over 100 times throughout his career.

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Marquardt is coming off a 1st round TKO loss to current UFC middleweight champion Anderson “The Spider” Silva at UFC 73. Many considered “The Great” to be a tough match-up for the Brazilian but he was overwhelmed in the dying stages of round one. After renewing his contract with the UFC for reportedly another four fights, Marquardt is set to once again establish himself as a top contender in the 185 pound division.

Thales Leites is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt who is currently on a three fight win streak in the UFC after losing his UFC debut at The Ultimate Fighter 4 finale against Martin Kampmann.

If Dan Henderson decides not to drop down from light heavyweight then one would have to assume a win for Leites would almost secure him a title shot in the shallow division. While a win for Marquardt could take him one step closer to another shot against “The Spider”.

This bout is scheduled for UFC 81 which currently features the much awaited debut of Brock Lesnar versus ex-UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir. Also on the card is potentially a Heavyweight championship bout featuring Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.

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