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It’s been a year since Dillon Danis last stepped into the ring. The controversial MMA fighter faced off against Logan Paul in the co-main event of Misfits 10, a fight many anticipated for its heated pre-fight trash talk. However, what was supposed to be a blockbuster showdown turned into a one-sided boxing clinic. Logan Paul dominated Danis from the start, turning the seasoned grappler into little more than a punching bag. Despite all the hype, Danis was clearly outmatched in the boxing arena.
Things took a turn for the worse when, in a moment of desperation, Danis attempted a takedown and guillotine choke on Paul, breaking the rules of the sport. The move led to his disqualification, ending the bout in a bizarre and anticlimactic fashion. Afterward, Danis made efforts to appeal the result, but his requests were denied. The post-fight drama only added to the MMA fighter’s troubles, as he soon found himself released from his contract with Bellator following the embarrassing defeat.
Since then, ‘El Jefe’ has been mostly absent from competition. Despite the humiliation, Danis has remained vocal on social media, continuing to call out fighters and look for new opportunities. Earlier today, he teased fans on X (formerly Twitter), hinting at a return to MMA. According to Danis, he's been working on signing a new deal to return to the cage, though finding an opponent has proven to be a challenge. He claimed that high-profile fighters such as Nate Diaz have turned him down.
One name that continues to pop up in connection with Danis is Mike Perry, the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) star. Perry and Danis nearly fought under the Misfits Boxing banner last year, though the fight was slated to be an MMA bout. However, Perry is now dealing with legal issues following a recent DUI arrest, making that matchup unlikely in the near future.
So, what’s next for Dillon Danis? The outspoken grappler has certainly struggled to secure a fight since his release from Bellator. With few fighters willing to take him on, Danis remains in a tough spot. But one thing is clear: despite his lackluster performance against Logan Paul and his ongoing controversy, he’s still eager to get back into the cage.
Who do you think Danis should fight next? Should he aim for a rematch in boxing or stick to his MMA roots?
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