Does farming and the UFC go hand-in-hand? Well, according to featherweight Bryce Mitchell, UFC is getting “too hard” for him. The #11 UFC Featherweight thinks that his upcoming fight with Dan Ige is “dangerous” and has amusingly declared that he has stopped training for the fight. What’s more- it looks like Mitchell’s passions lie elsewhere, as this training update seems to take an intriguing narrative.

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The whole fiasco relates back to one of Mitchell’s Instagram posts. In his most recent Instagram post, ‘Thug Nasty’ uploaded a snippet of his chores at his farm. The clip went viral for its amusing caption and Mitchell’s ‘farm-boy’ look. But what stole the spotlight from his antics were his comments and replies to fans’ over-the-top comments and reactions. One of his comments peculiarly stood out the most and went viral among MMA fans for its intriguing revelation.

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While dropping by in his Instagram post’s comments section, ‘Thug Nasty’ noticed one of his fans’ comments that read: “Do you even train? Or is farming good enough?” But it’s his amusing reply to the question that turned heads. The #11 featherweight almost mockingly retorted back, saying: “i stopped trainin for this fite. its too hard man. and dangerous. im just gunna show up n fite.” 

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Within minutes, his remark went viral on social media platforms like Reddit and Instagram. A cascade of responses ensued, reflecting the fan community’s colorful perspectives. So what do the fans have to say about Mitchell’s bizarre reply? Let’s find out!

Some fans humorously attributed Mitchell’s perceived prowess to his farming background, with comments like,

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“He’s got that farm strength and farm animal IQ.”

“Strong like bull but dumb like tractor.”

One fan playfully suggested that farming might just be the “best base for MMA.”

Some interpreted Mitchell’s response as a playful exchange with fans, adding, “Almost like he’s kidding because it was a dumb question”

Others weighed in on the possibility that Mitchell could indeed be juggling both farming and training.

“All he does is post farm work on IG all day. Maybe he is training too, but these hours add up”

Moreover, fans recognized Mitchell’s unconventional approach and embraced the humor embedded in his response.

“I’d assume he’s just trolling”

“Yall take him entirely too serious and it’s hilarious”

But some fans empathized with Mitchell’s background, appreciating his authenticity as a “backwoods farm boy at heart.”

Bryce Mitchell’s unexpected commentary on his training approach has ignited a spirited conversation among fans. The MMA world is never short on surprises, and Mitchell’s farm-inspired antics have provided a new perspective on what it takes to step into the Octagon. What do you make of ‘Thug Nasty’s bizarre remarks ahead of his next UFC Fight Night? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

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