Derek Brunson, a long-time contender in the UFC’s middleweight division, has decided to part ways with the promotion after a decade of competing in the Octagon. Brunson, who boasts a record of 23 wins and 9 losses, has faced some of the division’s toughest fighters, including Israel Adesanya, Anderson Silva, and Lyoto Machida. His departure from the UFC comes as a surprise to many fans and marks the end of an era.

Brunson’s last scheduled fight in the UFC was set to be against Roman Dolidze at UFC 295. But this bout has now been canceled due to his departure. However, Brunson has already made waves in the MMA community by calling out a familiar name – Jake Paul, a popular entertainer turned fighter. While this call-out garnered significant attention, the fan reactions have been quite unexpected.

Derek Brunson calls out Jake Paul and here’s how the fans responded

Following the confirmation of his UFC departure, Derek Brunson took to Twitter to respond to an old post by Jake Paul. In the post, Paul had claimed that he could defeat Jorge Masvidal, a UFC welterweight fighter, even though he primarily competes at a different weight class. Paul had called out UFC CEO Dana White, asking for permission to make more money.

Brunson’s response was direct and concise, addressing Jake Paul by name. But the fan reactions were not what he might have hoped for.

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Fan reactions to Brunson’s call-out

Brunson’s call-out of Jake Paul received mixed reactions from fans across social media platforms.

While some expressed interest in the potential matchup.

Others were more critical.

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Some fans believed that Brunson’s chance to secure a fight with Paul had passed.

While others questioned the timing of his call-out, especially after leaving the UFC.

A few fans even made lighthearted comments, referring to Brunson’s previous UFC performances.

The decision to leave the UFC and call out Jake Paul was also called out by some fans.

Derek Brunson’s call-out of Jake Paul created a stir among fans on social media, highlighting the divisive nature of such a matchup. Mixed reactions ranged from genuine interest to skepticism about the timing and feasibility of the fight.

Derek Brunson entered the UFC’s middleweight division in 2012, following a stint in the now-defunct Strikeforce promotion. Brunson’s journey saw him achieving multiple fight win streaks and rising through the ranks, positioning himself as a formidable contender for the middleweight title.

As Derek Brunson embarks on the next phase of his fighting career outside the UFC, the possibility of him facing Jake Paul or other intriguing opponents remains uncertain. Fans and pundits will be eager to see how his career unfolds and whether he can secure the high-profile fights he desires. While his call-out may have raised eyebrows, it has certainly generated buzz and kept the MMA community talking. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. What do you think is next for Derek Brunson?

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