Larry Landless: My 8-Year Fight with Cancer & Why I Left the UFC/KOTC Referee Life

8 days ago
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Larry Landless is the veteran MMA referee who stood between some of the biggest legends in the sport. But today, he is facing his biggest fight yet.

In this deeply personal interview, Larry shares his 8-year battle with cancer, the near-fatal infection he suffered after surgery, and why he stepped back from refereeing the big shows to return to his first love: high school wrestling coach.

Larry also weighs in on the recent betting scandal, why a referee's integrity is non-negotiable, and his greatest memories from cornering B.J. Penn and others.

🚨 TIMESTAMPS: MUST-WATCH MOMENTS 🚨

(0:57) - Larry Landless: My 8-Year Battle with Cancer & Recent Health Update (7:05) - The Near-Fatal Infection: Why a 7.5-Hour Surgery Almost Killed Him (14:26) - The Betting Scandal: Was Larry Ever Offered Money? Why Referee Integrity is Sacred (10:47) - B.J. Penn Memories: Refereeing Penn vs. Gracie at K-1 and Family Care (12:22) - Why Going Up a Weight Class (Hydration) Can Actually Help Your Chin (15:50) - Defending Referees: Why Jason Herzog and Herb Dean Get Unfair Criticism (18:00) - The Polar Opposite: The Surprising Professionalism of Chris Leben as a Judge

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