“Out of pocket sh*t” – Joe Rogan bringing up Jessica Andrade’s divorce bills at UFC 295 fight leaves fans in splits

In the tough world of the UFC, fighters frequently battle not just in the cage but also with personal issues. Joe Rogan shed light on such a moment during UFC 295 with a remark regarding Jessica Andrade’s recent divorce. While fight fans are accustomed to seeing fighters celebrate victory with loved ones, their personal lives often take unexpected twists.

Andrade demonstrated her talent by defeating Mackenzie Dern via knockout on the UFC 295 main card. Joe Rogan, known for his in-depth interviews on “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast, normally maintains a cool demeanor. In a break from his customary fight-related questions, Rogan had an unusual statement for Andrade. This is what he had to say:

Well, hopefully, you get a bonus tonight to pay off some of those divorce bills.

Joe Rogan in the Dern vs. Andrade post fight interview

Prior to the fight, Andrade had freely highlighted the financial difficulties brought on by her divorce from ex-wife Fernanda Gomes. Andrade said in an interview before the fight that the necessity to finance legal bills and negotiate the intricacies of divorce drove her to take up five fights in 2023.

Joe Rogan’s remark provided a sense of humor and relatability to the post-fight celebration. While the statement may have raised some eyebrows, it serves as a reminder that even in the competitive world of the UFC, fighters face challenges outside of the cage.

Fight fans react to Joe Rogan’s post-fight statement to Jessica Andrade

Joe Rogan, the UFC’s renowned voice, is recognized for his frank and often surprising statements during post-fight interviews. The most recent occurrence happened at UFC 295 when Rogan said that Andrade should get a bonus to aid with the financial pressure of her divorce.

Fight fans responded to this post-fight statement in a variety of ways. Some thought Rogan’s humor was a pleasant and light-hearted addition to the post-fight interview. They praised him for adding levity to an otherwise serious situation.

Others believed that the mention of Jessica Andrade’s divorce, as well as the accompanying statement, was inappropriate given the sensitive nature of the matter. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans: 

The reactions of fight fans to Joe Rogan’s remark about Andrade’s divorce demonstrate the diversity of the UFC fanbase. The event triggered a heated online debate over the role of humor in sports commentary. It also shines a light on the connection between athletes and their personal lives. 

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