Bruce Buffer Takes the Blame: How He Fixed Two Big Mistakes

Bruce Buffer, the voice many fans hear before a fight starts, made two big blunders in recent UFC events and said he owns them. At a Seattle fight, the final bell rang after Marcin Tybura faced Tyrell Fortune. Buffer first called Tybura the winner, then officials pulled Fortune back in and he corrected himself, saying Fortune won. He told reporters that he is the one who delivers the announcement and will always accept responsibility, no matter what confusion may have happened behind the scenes. Earlier in the month at UFC 327, Buffer announced a majority draw for Chris Padilla versus Marquel Mederos. Hours later the decision was changed to a majority draw because of a scoring error by the commission, not Buffer.He described those moments as uncomfortable but said he does not make excuses. “I’ve announced thousands of fights, ” he added, “and I’m a perfectionist. ” Buffer is also part of the new Bud Light UFC Summer Series that starts on May 9 with UFC 328 and includes several more events. The series will feature special cups, cans, and a concert in Las Vegas the night before UFC 329. He expressed regret for the fighters who felt wronged by his announcements and said he respects every athlete. He hopes to keep the excitement alive and help fighters reach their best.