UFC Analyst Joe Rogan is a stickler for rules in MMA. However, touched on the subject of gambling in a recent episode of The JRE MMA Show. The famous podcaster reflected on the latest issue of the suspension of head coach James Krause from UFC. And its implications on the entire UFC landscape. However, the former Fear Factor host couldn’t control his emotions towards Krause and the whole scheme, which led to this regrettable scenario. Even MMA stars like Brandon Moreno and Jeff Molina faced trouble due to Krause’s secret operation.
Joe Rogan rips into the whole scandal
In episode #134 of The JRE MMA Show with Belal Muhammad, the JRE host cursed at Brandon Moreno‘s former coach, James Kraus, for being responsible for the latest UFC policy. This policy prevents fighters and associates of those fighters from betting on UFC matches. The stand-up comedian condemns this policy and encourages athletes to bet on themselves for fights.
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Rogan said “They f*****d everybody, ’cause now you can’t bet on yourself…”
He believed that if a fighter felt confident to back himself up against all odds, he should do it. And took the example of his favorite welterweight wrestler to illustrate his point.
Rogan added, “You guys f*****d us.” “You should be able to gamble on yourself!”
Therefore, the vocal podcast host has a clear message to the UFC and the Nevada State Athletic Commission on their impositions.
James Krause’s ongoing investigation only brought trouble
The questionable bout between featherweight fighters, Darrick Minner and Shayilan Nuerdanbieke, raised a lot of eyebrows. And is currently being investigated by NSAC. James Krause’s former student Brandon Moreno had to switch his coach after Nevada State Athletic Commission suspended Krause’s license.
Also, Jeff Molina recently faced suspension from the NSAC for his substantial association with Krause. And now, with the law imposed by the UFC, fighters and their associates lost a huge privilege, according to the podcast host.
Meanwhile, Joe Rogan explained why it’s necessary for fighters to be able to bet on themselves.
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Rogan also said, “Like if you fought Khamzat and you’re like ‘F**k I’m putting a 100 grand on myself” “That’s cool.”
“You should be able to bet (on yourself.)” and regretted the suspicious involvement of James Krause behind UFC matches.
However, the thorough investigation by NSAC also implies a strong effort from their side to improve UFC’s image as a promotional organization.
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