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Tom Nolan Stops Renato Moicano at UFC Vegas 123 Amid Referee Controversy

Tom Nolan Stops Renato Moicano at UFC Vegas 123 Amid Referee Controversy
World Sports · 14:49:38 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

Australian lightweight Tom Nolan secured a TKO victory over Brazil's Renato Moicano in the main event of UFC Vegas 123 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas on October 31, 2026.

The finish sparked immediate debate after the referee appeared to intervene late, allowing Nolan to land additional strikes before stopping the contest. Post-fight reaction focused on the officiating, with analysts and fans questioning the timing of the stoppage.

Nolan, who improved his professional record with the win, celebrated the victory while Moicano's camp expressed frustration over the refereeing decision.

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