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“Says the Guy Who Backed Off Every Fight He Had”: Fans Have a Field Day After Conor McGregor’s Sparring Partner Announces His Boxing Debut Against Logan Paul

Published 08/08/2023, 9:07 PM EDT

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In the world of combat sports, reputations are written and rewritten with every jab, hook, and uppercut. The latest to step into this volatile ring is a fighter known for his combative nature, both inside and outside. This brawler is infamous for his fiery personality, provocative remarks, and relations with the Irish MMA star Conor McGregor. He recently stepped forward to announce his boxing debut against famous YouTuber-WWE Superstar-Boxer Logan Paul. The news dropped like a bombshell and stirred up a whirlwind of reactions.

 

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Dillon Danis is preparing to take center stage, effectively exiting the shadow of his superstar training partner, Conor McGregor. Initially stepping onto the scene with Bellator, Danis has gone out of his way to carve a peculiar niche for himself in mixed martial arts. His outlandish personality, combined with an outspoken penchant for throwing challenge after challenge, has marked his presence. As he readies himself for a face-off that he claims is necessary because the “Paul sisters have a phobia when it comes to actual combat“, Danis has effectively added another layer of intrigue to his fighting repertoire.

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The proclamation and the energy behind it did not just remain confined to the headlines. It quickly translated into a torrent of reactions from fans of the combat sport. While announcements of this nature often breed anticipation, in this instance, the past actions of the fighter weigh heavily on the present. His latest claims have been put under a microscopic lens of scrutiny. Keen observers of the sport have an uncanny knack for remembering the hits and misses of a fighter’s journey. Their sharp recollection brought the fighter’s past missteps under the spotlight.

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Amid the outpouring of reactions under Danis’s fight announcement, reviving his checkered fighting history seemed to be a common theme among disgruntled fans. One commenter didn’t mince words, stating, “Until u get in the ring, you’re still known as the clown who ran from a YouTuber“. The comment referred to the match Danis had previously backed out on against YouTuber KSI, drawing attention to his questionable reputation in the boxing arena. Another fan added, “Says the guy who backed off every fight he had”.

 

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Another fan pointed to his embarrassing encounter outside a bar. Despite being a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion, Danis evidently got overpowered: “Bro choked by security guard“. This incident served as further ammunition for fans challenging Danis’s bold proclamation about entering the boxing ring. Despite Danis’s assertive announcement, many fans displayed doubt about his commitment, questioning whether he would follow through. One skeptic declared, “Who’s the backup fighter for when Danis pulls out“. Others suggested, “he’s gonna back out and act like he’s trollin but he just scared and unprepared“; “U are actually showing up?”.

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The speculation went beyond the likelihood of the fight happening, with fans pondering about the fight’s potential effects. Some believed the match could spell Danis’ downfall. One fan wrote, “Won’t happen. Dillion doesn’t fight. I’d like to see it happen because Logan would kick his ass, and Dillion’s trolling of being the greatest would stop“. The barrage of skeptical commentary was punctuated by a singular source of support; Conor McGregor, Danis’s well-known friend. He wrote, “They’re about to learn!”. McGregor’s optimism was a stark contrast to the general sentiment.

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All things considered, Danis’ upcoming tussle with Logan Paul has stirred the combat sports pot, drumming up a storm of reactions that range from skeptical to outright critical. Much of the criticism is rooted in the negativity associated with the Bellator fighter’s past debacles.

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Anticipation and doubts swirl together as fans eagerly wait for October 14th to see if Danis can brush off his undesirable rapport, end the trolling, and truly show up in the ring, or if he will tarnish his reputation further by adding another botched fight to his record.

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Rajdeep Jayan

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Rajdeep Jayan is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. Rajdeep was inculcated into the world of combat sports through his love for Sylvester Stallone's iconic character, the 'Italian Stallion,' Rocky Balboa. His early obsession with the genre was recently rekindled by the debates he would engage in with his roommate during his college days.
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Sameen Nawathe