Dillon Danis Banned from UFC After Brawl at Madison Square Garden

UPDATE: Dillon Danis has been officially banned from the UFC after a shocking brawl at UFC 322 on October 21, 2023, inside Madison Square Garden. UFC CEO Dana White confirmed the news, stating that Danis will never be allowed at another UFC event.

The incident erupted cageside just moments before the highly anticipated main card, where UFC champion Islam Makhachev was set to face Jack Della Maddalena in a welterweight title fight. Videos circulating on social media show Danis engaged in a physical altercation with Makhachev’s teammates Abubakar Nurmagomedov and Magomed Zaynukov.

In an intense post-fight news conference, White addressed the brawl, emphasizing the severity of the situation. “You will never see Dillon Danis at a UFC fight ever again,” White stated, highlighting the chaotic nature of the confrontation. Notably, he confirmed he would not pursue legal charges against Danis.

This brawl is reminiscent of the infamous rivalry between Danis’s former training partner Conor McGregor and Makhachev’s longtime ally, Khabib Nurmagomedov, which reached a boiling point during McGregor’s 2018 title fight against Nurmagomedov. That fight also saw significant conflict between the two camps, leading to a post-fight melee that escalated outside the Octagon.

While tensions between Danis and Makhachev had simmered in recent years, with Danis mocking Makhachev on social media during fight week, this incident has reignited the animosity. The UFC community is reacting strongly to the news, with many supporting White’s decision to ban Danis permanently.

The implications of this ban extend beyond Danis, as it raises questions about fighter conduct and the UFC’s commitment to maintaining a safe environment at events. Fans and fighters alike are now left to wonder how this decision will affect the dynamics within the UFC.

Moving forward, all eyes will be on how the UFC manages fighter relationships and event security to prevent further incidents. With the UFC continuing to grow in popularity, ensuring a professional atmosphere is crucial for both the organization and its fans.

This developing story will continue to unfold, and updates will be provided as more details emerge about the aftermath of the brawl and its impact on the UFC landscape.