Dillon Danis has his sights set on settling an old score with Islam Makhachev, stemming from their altercation at UFC 229 in 2018. The possibility of a future fight looms as Danis prepares for his MMA return.

Known for his provocative online persona, Dillon Danis has maintained a relatively low profile during the lead-up to his fight against Warren Spencer. However, he recently engaged in a war of words at a press conference alongside notable figures such as Darren Till, Tony Ferguson, and Luke Rockhold.

Danis is reportedly under pressure from UFC management to demonstrate his commitment to the sport to secure a contract with the association. His behaviour will likely be closely monitored as he aims to impress UFC officials.

dillon Danis Determined to Avenge 2018 Incident with Islam Makhachev

The bad blood between Dillon Danis and Islam Makhachev dates back to the infamous post-fight brawl at UFC 229, following Khabib Nurmagomedov’s victory over Conor McGregor.Danis has not forgotten the incident and is eager to settle the score with the current lightweight champion.

“Islam is a s-bag, I would submit him so easily, he’s never faced a grappler like me.”

Danis has hinted at the possibility of replicating Makhachev’s actions from UFC 229 by entering the cage during Makhachev’s next fight. Dana White has announced that makhachev will defend his welterweight title against Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 in New York.

“I wont Islam,” Danis stated. “Islam is a s-bag, I would submit him so easily, he’s never faced a grappler like me. I want to finish off where we started when he punched me in the back of the head that night seven years ago when I saeid I’d get my revenge one day.”

“Islam’s s-, all them are s-. Maybe I will go [to UFC 322] and jump in the cage to get him back. UFC are very strict with me, though. When I go to events they make sure to have like seven security around me so I have to be careful because I’m trying to be in their good graces.”

Dillon Danis Believes UFC 322 Main Event is 50/50 Fight

While uncertain about attending UFC 322, Danis acknowledges that Jack Della Maddalena faces a formidable challenge against Islam Makhachev.

“Man, that’s a tough one to call to be honest with you,” Danis said of the super-fight. “Islam obviously has the advantage with the grappling.”

“But Jack’s a good striker and he can get off some good stuff. I don’t know, I really think it’s a 50/50.”

By Anya Sharma | NEW YORK – 2025/08/29 08:12:38

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