“Get rid of all rounds!” Dana White gets WILD proposal from ‘psychopath’ Dan Hooker ahead of electric Bobby Green fight
Dan Hooker doesn't like the idea of having rounds and wants Dana White to eliminate them.
Dan Hooker urges Dana White to eliminate the concept of rounds in UFC. (via Imago)
UFC fighter, Dan “Hangman” Hooker, has never shied away from expressing his unconventional views in the world of MMA. He recently shocked the MMA community with a tweet that called into question the fundamental premise of typical UFC battles. Hooker, in a daring and unexpected move, questioned the usual 5-round system.
His tweet, which was directed at UFC CEO Dana White, was posted on November 1, 2023. The post instantly went viral, provoking heated debate among fight fans. This is what Dan Hooker had to say:
How does 5 rounds make it a proper fight. Get rid of the rounds all together and you have my attention.Dan Hooker via X
“Psychopath”, as Israel Adesanya called Dan Hooker, and Bobby Green are scheduled to fight on December 2nd. Adesanya referred to him this way to highlight his resolve and determination. Hooker is keen to extend his current win streak to three after a brave win over Jalin Turner at UFC 290 when he demonstrated his resolve and grappling ability.
Bobby Green wants to extend his winning streak to three as well. Green defeated rising prospect Grant Dawson in 33 seconds after submitting Tony Ferguson in a one-sided bout at UFC 291.
Hooker’s brave challenge has given his impending fight with Bobby Green an unexpected turn. Fight fans anxiously await the next chapter in this thrilling story.
All announced fights for the UFC Fight Night card in Austin, Texas
The UFC has announced the card for UFC Austin, which will take place on December 2nd at the Moody Centre. A much-awaited Lightweight bout between two accomplished competitors, Beneil Dariush and Arman Tsarukyan, will be the main event.
After Charles Oliveira ended his eight-fight winning streak, Dariush is out for revenge and hopes to reclaim his momentum. Conversely, Tsarukyan, fresh off a two-fight winning run, is keen to build on his achievements by defeating Dariush.
The co-main event will feature another exciting Lightweight match between Dan Hooker and Bobby Green. This will be a 5 round bout.
With more fights scheduled, including Kelvin Gastelum vs. Sean Brady, Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Rob Font, Miesha Tate vs. Julia Avila, and Khalil Rountree vs. Azamat Murzakanov, this event looks to be an exciting evening full of fighting. Fans of mixed martial arts should anticipate a very talented card, making their evening at UFC Austin one to remember.
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