Danis Pulls Out Of Perry Fight With Arm Injury

Dillon Danis has pulled out of his scheduled fight with Mike Perry just days before Saturday's Duel Arena card in Orlando, with UFC veteran Brandon Jenkins stepping in as his replacement.

The withdrawal was announced at Thursday's press conference for the show, according to MMA Fighting. Danis later posted images to social media showing a severe laceration on his arm, which he cited as the reason for the pullout.

Danis's History Of Cancelled Bouts

The 33-year-old former Brazilian jiu-jitsu competitor has built a reputation for backing out of scheduled contests. Since branching beyond grappling tournaments in 2018, Danis has competed just six times despite being linked to numerous high-profile matchups. His completed appearances include a 2023 boxing match with Logan Paul and recent RAF wrestling bouts against Khamzat Chimaev and Colby Covington.

The MMA community responded with little surprise to the news. Fighters took to social media to comment on the development, with the general sentiment reflecting skepticism about Danis's pattern of withdrawals.

Danis remains scheduled to wrestle Arman Tsarukyan at RAF 14 on October 3, though that booking now carries added uncertainty given his track record.

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• MMA Fighting — ‘It’s always the ones you least expect’: Pros react to Dillon Danis pulling out of Mike Perry fight