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UFC Star Puts His Texas Address Online With an Open Challenge for Trolls Insulting Him After Loss

Published 03/12/2023, 10:01 AM EDT

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Professional fighters, like most celebrities, are no strangers to trolls and memes on social media. In fact, fighters are often subjected to some of the most intense scrutiny online. The impact of negative comments and ridicule can be significant, not only on their psyche but also in their professional career.

This was the case with Ryan Spann, a light heavyweight fighter who recently lost via submission in the first round to Nikita Krylov. In the aftermath of his loss, Ryan Spann took to Twitter to vent his frustration against the trolls.

Ryan Spann called out his critics on Twitter

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Spann’s angry tweet took aim at anyone who dared to criticize him on social media without the courage to do it in person. In his tweet, Spann provided his address, challenging his critics to show up and confront him face to face.

“301 Texas St, Dallas, TX if you ain’t gonna come here and say this shit to my face get out my dms because you otherwise sound like whinny b*tches with no name or face. Man up and come show me you’re better otherwise enjoy life in this imaginary place.”

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Spann lost to Nikita Krylov in the very first round to a triangle choke. The outburst was likely fueled by the disappointment and frustration that he was feeling after his loss. It is easy for fighters to feel the weight of criticism after a loss, especially in a sport like mixed martial arts, where the line between victory and defeat is razor-thin.

Additionally, the UFC star has carved out a glorious career for himself despite his detractors’ claims.

Ryan Spann’s UFC journey

Ryan Spann‘s loss to Nikita Krylov was a significant setback in his UFC career. Despite his loss, he has had an impressive run in the UFC, winning eleven of his fourteen fights before the loss to Krylov. The defeat was a reminder that the sport is unpredictable, and even the best fighters can experience setbacks.

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Spann was supposed to take on Nikita Krylov at UFC Fight Night 220 on February 25, 2023. Krylov, however, became ill with a food-related illness on the day of the event, and the UFC postponed the main event. Two weeks later, they finally met at UFC Fight Night: Yan vs. Dvalishvili.

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Despite the loss, Spann‘s UFC career is far from over. He has shown that he has the skills and talent to compete at the highest level. His fan base continues to grow. It’s important for Spann to learn from his mistakes and come back stronger in his next fight. We cannot ignore the impact of social media trolls and memes on fighters. The pressure and scrutiny can be overwhelming in these situations. However, it is important for fighters to learn how to deal with criticism healthily.

What do you make of Spann’s retort toward his trolls? Let us know in the comments below.

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Written by:

Sushant Sharma

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Sushant is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. He has been actively contributing to the field of writing for over 2 years. He is a huge UFC fan and has been following it since 2016.
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Edited by:

Amal Joyce