Dillon Danis News
Video | Dillon Danis turns his Misfits Boxing open workout into a spectacle
Harry Kettle - October 12, 2023
Dillon Danis had some fun at his Misfits Boxing open workout this week ahead of his clash with Logan Paul. For months now, Dillon Danis and Logan Paul have been going back and forth ahead of their highly anticipated boxing showdown in Manchester. On Saturday night, the two will finally lock horns, with many wondering what exactly Danis is going to look like when he steps into the squared circle. We’ve seen Paul compete before, but Dillon has been out of action in any combat sport for a while.
Conor McGregor encourages Dillon Danis to “make the walk” against Logan Paul: “Pull guard and break his leg”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 8, 2023
Conor McGregor is vouching for Dillon Danis to go rogue in his boxing match against Logan Paul. Danis is scheduled to throw leather with Paul on October 14. There’s been a ton of speculation on whether or not Danis will show up to the fight. “El Jefe” recently trolled fans, claiming he was out of the fight before saying he was joking and that people take things too seriously. While Danis insists on showing up, McGregor thinks he should ditch the boxing and tear a limb.
Logan Paul issues statement after both Mike Perry and Dillon Danis claim they will be fighting him October 14: “Don’t let Dillon fool you”
Josh Evanoff - October 5, 2023
Following comments from Mike Perry and Dillon Danis about boxing him, Logan Paul has released a statement. ‘The Maverick’ was originally slated to face ‘El Jefe’ on DAZN pay-per-view later this month. Logan Paul vs. Dillon Danis is currently set to be the co-main event of KSI vs. Tommy Fury. However, due to the Bellator fighter’s inactivity as of late, Mike Perry was brought in as the backup fighter.
Mike Perry says he’s “in” for Dillon Danis against Logan Paul, ‘El Jefe’ claims he’s still fighting October 14
Josh Evanoff - October 5, 2023
As of now, it’s unclear if Mike Perry or Dillon Danis will face Logan Paul in a boxing match. Later this month, ‘El Jefe’ is currently scheduled to face ‘The Maverick’ on DAZN pay-per-view. As many fans are likely aware, Logan Paul and others publically questioned if Dillon Danis would show up to the fight. As a result, Mike Perry was signed to be the backup opponent for the fight.
Ian Machado Garry reacts to Dillon Danis calling him out
Cole Shelton - October 4, 2023
Ian Machado Garry has responded to Dillon Danis calling him out. Although Danis is set to box Logan Paul on Oct. 14, he is an MMA fighter who is under contract with Bellator. Yet, with the future of the promotion uncertain, Danis says if Bellator folds he wants to sign with the UFC and mentioned Ian Machado Garry as an easy opponent for him.
Kevin Holland responds after Dillon Danis dubs him “an easy first fight” for UFC debut
Harry Kettle - October 4, 2023
UFC fighter Kevin Holland has responded to Dillon Danis after he called him an easy fight. It’s public knowledge these days that Kevin Holland is one of the most intriguing fighters on the UFC roster. He never backs down from a fight, and he isn’t afraid to get in there on short notice. While he may not always get his hand raised, he certainly knows how to put on a show for the fans.
Dillon Danis reveals he considered suicide after having to undergo multiple knee surgeries
Harry Kettle - October 3, 2023
Dillon Danis has revealed some of the mental health struggles he went through after undergoing multiple knee surgeries. It’s safe to say that within combat sports, Dillon Danis is seen as a pretty controversial figure. From his unconventional MMA career to his friendship with Conor McGregor and beyond, he’s had quite the journey.
Dillon Danis explains why he never cared about fighting KSI
Susan Cox - October 2, 2023
Dillon Danis is explaining why he never cared about fighting KSI. Danis was scheduled to fight KSI in an exhibition bout on January 14 of this year, but withdrew from the match.
Conor McGregor reveals he never trained with Dillon Danis for 'El Jefe's' boxing match against Logan Paul
Cole Shelton - September 28, 2023
Conor McGregor didn’t train with Dillon Danis after all. Danis is set to make his boxing debut on Oct. 14 against Logan Paul, and the Bellator fighter said he would work with his longtime teammate, McGregor. In August, the Irishman confirmed he would be helping Danis out for this fight and guaranteed the Bellator fighter would win.
Logan Paul vows to "slaughter" Dillon Danis in the boxing ring or the courtroom
Cole Shelton - September 27, 2023
Logan Paul is ready to beat Dillon Danis, whether it’s in the boxing ring or the courtroom. Paul and Danis are set to box on Oct. 14 in Manchester, England on the Misfits boxing card. Logan was worried that Danis wouldn’t show up so there was a pullout clause put in the contract, so if ‘El Jefe’ backed out he would have to pay Paul $100,000.
Logan Paul confirms VADA drug testing for Dillon Danis boxing match: "My physique is because of my hard work"
Josh Evanoff - September 27, 2023
There will be drug testing for Logan Paul’s boxing match with Dillon Danis. ‘The Maverick’ and ‘El Jefe’ are currently set to face off next month in the U.K. There, Logan Paul and Dillon Danis will be the co-main event of KSI vs. Tommy Fury, in the YouTuber’s first fight in over two years. Meanwhile, the boxing match will be the first in the career of the Bellator star.
Alex Pereira discusses training with Dillon Danis for Logan Paul fight: "Pick up a lot of stuff"
Josh Evanoff - September 27, 2023
Former UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira is helping Dillon Danis train for Logan Paul. Despite recent rumors, ‘El Jefe’ is still set to face ‘The Maverick’ next month in the U.K. For Logan Paul, the boxing match will be his first since a 2021 exhibition with Floyd Mayweather. Meanwhile, the fight will be Dillon Danis’ first since 2019, which is likely why he’s working with Alex Pereira.
Dillon Danis gets restraining order after no-showing Nina Agdal hearing
Cole Shelton - September 20, 2023
Dillon Danis did not show up for his hearing on Tuesday for the restraining order filed by Logan Paul’s fiancee Nina Agdal. According to MMAFighting, Danis didn’t show up which forced the judge to enforce its conditions. Also, Danis “and all persons in active concert or participation with him” are forbidden from posting “sexually explicit photographs” of Agdal without her permission, New Jersey federal judge Madeline Cox Arleo ordered.
Video | Dillon Danis attempts to avoid being served legal papers from Logan Paul’s fiancé: “That’s not me”
Susan Cox - September 19, 2023
In the news yet again, Dillon Danis is caught on video attempting to avoid being served legal papers from Logan Paul’s fiance. Dillon Danis and Logan Paul are co-headlining the upcoming Misfits Boxing event on Saturday, October 14th in Manchester, UK.
Danielle Kelly slams Logan Paul for crossing the line with Dillon Danis
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 14, 2023
The feud between Logan Paul and Dillon Danis took a dark turn after the YouTube star made a classless remark about the latter’s deceased father – and Danielle Kelly wasn’t having any of it. This distasteful jab did not sit well with the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu star who fights for ONE Championship. So, she took to Instagram to express her disappointment.
WATCH | Dillon Danis and Logan Paul agree to bizarre bet ahead of their boxing match which includes being the Best Man at a wedding
Cole Shelton - September 12, 2023
Dillon Danis and Logan Paul agreed to a rather strange bet ahead of their boxing match on October 14. Ever since the fight has been made, Dillon Danis has taken to social media to take aim at Paul and his fiance. It’s been quite the build-up so following the press conference the two had a face-to-face and the trash talk continued. Not only did the two trash-talk one another, but they made a unique bet.
WATCH | Logan Paul and Dillon Danis shake hands on MMA rematch if 'El Jefe' doesn't pullout
Josh Evanoff - September 8, 2023
It appears that Logan Paul and Dillon Danis might make it to their boxing match after all. ‘The Maverick’ and ‘El Jefe’ are currently slated for the co-main event of KSI vs. Tommy Fury in October. For Logan Paul, the bout will be his first since a 2021 exhibition no-contest with Floyd Mayweather. Meanwhile, Dillon Danis hasn’t been seen in combat sports since a submission win in Bellator in 2019.
Video | Logan Paul absolutely roasts Dillon Danis for his inability to talk trash
Josh Evanoff - September 8, 2023
The face-to-face meeting between Logan Paul and Dillon Danis ahead of their boxing match was a wild one. ‘The Maverick’ and ‘El Jefe’ have gotten very personal in the build to their October boxing match. The two are currently slated for the co-main event of KSI vs. Tommy Fury, in Logan Paul’s first fight since 2021. Meanwhile, Dillon Danis hasn’t been seen in combat since a submission win in the Bellator cage in 2019.