Tony Ferguson Isn’t Done With Dillon Danis Yet – UFC Veteran Still Hunting for Showdown
The MMA world got a taste of what could have been when Tony Ferguson and Dillon Danis were scheduled to face off in the Gamebred Fighting League. Though that bout fell through, “El Cucuy” isn’t ready to close the chapter on this potential rivalry.
I’ve been following Ferguson’s career for years, and if there’s one thing we know about the former interim UFC lightweight champion, it’s that he doesn’t let go of a grudge easily.
Why Ferguson vs. Danis Still Makes Sense
When you talk about compelling matchups in the MMA world right now, Ferguson vs. Danis still has all the ingredients for a viral showdown. Both men bring their own brand of chaos to the table – Ferguson with his unorthodox fighting style and Danis with his social media antics.
Ferguson, despite riding a rough patch in his UFC career with seven consecutive losses, remains one of the most respected veterans in the sport. His resume speaks for itself:
| Tony Ferguson Accolades | Value |
|---|---|
| UFC Winning Streak (Peak) | 12 fights |
| Interim UFC Lightweight Championship | Won in 2017 |
| Fight of the Night Awards | 8 |
| Performance of the Night Awards | 4 |
The Backstory: More Than Just a Canceled Fight
The tension between these two fighters goes beyond a simple matchmaking decision. Danis, known more for his social media presence than his fighting accomplishments, has been calling out various fighters for years. Ferguson, meanwhile, has been seeking opportunities outside the UFC after his recent skid.
Their GFL matchup seemed like the perfect storm – a chance for Ferguson to snap his losing streak against a high-profile but less experienced opponent, and for Danis to prove himself against a legitimate UFC veteran.
But like many Danis-related fight announcements, this one evaporated before contracts could be signed.
What Ferguson Had to Say
“I’m still interested in smacking that kid,” Ferguson reportedly said in a recent interview. “He talks a big game online, but we all know what happens when it’s time to actually show up and fight.”
Ferguson’s willingness to pursue this fight speaks to his fighter mentality. At 40 years old and with nothing left to prove, he’s still chasing competition and paychecks that make sense to him.
The Odds of It Actually Happening
Let’s be real – the chances of this fight materializing aren’t great. Danis has become notorious for pulling out of fights and has competed just twice as a professional (both in Bellator).
But the MMA world loves a good story, and the possibility of Ferguson potentially ending his losing streak against the jiu-jitsu practitioner turned Twitter troll keeps this potential matchup relevant.
What This Means for Both Fighters
For Ferguson, this represents a chance to remain relevant in the fight game while potentially securing a winnable fight against a high-profile opponent. For Danis, facing Ferguson would give him the legitimate MMA opponent he’s never truly faced.
The question remains: will Danis ever back up his talk, or will this be another case of social media warfare that never translates to actual competition?
What Do You Think?
Would you be interested in seeing Ferguson and Danis finally settle their differences in the cage? Or has this potential matchup already passed its expiration date? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!
Until these two actually sign on the dotted line, we’ll keep tracking the Twitter fingers and training footage to see if this fantasy matchup ever becomes reality.
Source: BJPENN.com