There was a surge of speculation among the MMA community as rumors spread about a fight between former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman and rising star Khamzat Chimaev. The heated exchanges between Chimaev and Usman added to the excitement of the potential bout. At the moment, fans are expecting a potential monumental clash. While fans awaited official confirmation from the UFC, whispers began circulating. One of the shocking pieces of information was that the bout might be scheduled for UFC 294, which is planned to take place in Abu Dhabi.

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Unexpectedly, popular Twitch streamer Adin Ross inadvertently disclosed hints about the potential date and location of the fight. During a live stream, Ross mentioned October 21, 2023, which coincidentally aligns with the confirmed date for UFC 294.

Fans lashed out at the “PR Stunt” of Dana White’s friend

While talking live, the Twitch streamer Adin Ross said, Bro you all pissing the f*ck off you don’t know. Usman and Chimaev, like damn bro, October 21st. You all didn’t know that you casuals? Oh what? Wait… did I just…?Suddenly, a wave of realization swept over Ross as he grasped the magnitude of his unintentional revelation. He quickly came to the stark realization that he had inadvertently shared a significant piece of information with fans, one that had not yet been proclaimed by the relevant authorities.

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After coming across the news, fans had mixed reactions. Some even felt that UFC president Dana White was paying those streamers a lot of money to create more drama surrounding the upcoming fights. If the bout becomes a reality, it will be a crucial matchup for both Chimaev and Usman.

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Let’s check out how fans reacted to the leaked piece of information

One fan indirectly mentioned that Dana White is behind all the drama.

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Another fan was concerned about what would happen if the bout between ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ and ‘Borz’ came to reality. He fears that Usman may lose this bout too. At the moment, Usman has already lost two bouts consecutively against Leon Edwards.

One of the Twitter users asked Dana White to get “them” for leaking the information.

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Another fan felt that the whole thing was a PR stunt done in favor of the UFC boss.

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One fan thanked the streamer for “spoiling the fight.”

Another fan called Ross the best friend of Dana White. According to the fan, White has paid him more than he pays the UFC fighters.

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One fan mentioned that it’s “old news.”

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From the reactions of the fans, it is clear that the majority think the leaked information was part of a PR stunt. What do you make of the leaked fight announcement involving the popular streamer? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

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