Things got heated ahead of MF & DAZN X Series 22: Ring of Thrones, with Dillon Danis threatening to choke out former UFC champion Luke Rockhold during a fiery press conference in Manchester.
Dillon Danis Targets Luke Rockhold at the Presser
Danis is set to compete in the first-ever MMA bout under Misfits Boxing, facing Warren Spencer in a light heavyweight showdown. But before fight night, the Bellator veteran turned the spotlight onto Rockhold, who headlines the same card in a boxing match against Darren Till.
Speaking on Ringside with Abbas, Danis blasted Rockhold:
“I’ve known Luke for a long time. He’s lazy, doesn’t train, and if he got too close I would have choked him out in seconds. Back in the day, he used to beg me to help him prepare for fights. Now he wants to act tough? Forget him.”
This pic of Luke Rockhold fighting Dillon Danis in some random elevator is fuckn EPIC. I hope Luke knocked Dylan’s teeth out too. 😭 pic.twitter.com/UYPZnSqC5P
— DeezNutzMMA🇭🇹🇺🇸 (@DeezNutzMMA) August 29, 2025
Weigh-In Clash: Danis and Rockhold Get Physical
Tensions didn’t stop at the press conference. At the official weigh-ins, reports surfaced that Danis shoved Rockhold into a wall before security intervened. Misfits executive Mams Taylor later shared his disappointment, while Danis mocked Rockhold online with the caption “eat it, b***h.”
Main Event Spotlight: Rockhold vs. Till
While Danis continues to stir headlines, the card’s main attraction remains Luke Rockhold vs. Darren Till. Rockhold, a former UFC and Strikeforce champion, is making his Misfits debut, while Till looks to rebuild momentum after his UFC struggles.
💥 DARREN TILL DROPS LUKE ROCKHOLD IN THE 1st ROUND!
— Home of Fight (@Home_of_Fight) August 30, 2025
Rockhold is saved by the bell 🔔
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Looking Ahead
Whether it’s his official fight with Warren Spencer or a future grudge match with Luke Rockhold, Dillon Danis is once again making headlines in the crossover combat sports world. With backing from Conor McGregor and his history in Bellator, Danis clearly sees Misfits as another stage to stir chaos and chase attention.
FAQs About Dillon Danis and Misfits Boxing 22
Was there really a fight between Dillon Danis and Luke Rockhold at the presser?
Yes. Danis verbally attacked Rockhold during the Misfits 22 press conference and later shoved him at weigh-ins before security intervened.
Who is Warren Spencer, Dillon Danis’ opponent?
Warren Spencer is a UK-based fighter competing under Misfits Boxing. He faced Danis in the organization’s first MMA bout.
Why did Dillon Danis call Luke Rockhold “lazy”?
Danis claimed Rockhold never trained hard and used to ask him for help in the gym, before turning against him. He said he would have choked Rockhold out if given the chance.
What’s Luke Rockhold’s role at Misfits 22?
Luke Rockhold boxed Darren Till in the headlining bout of MF & DAZN X Series 22.
How is Conor McGregor linked to Dillon Danis?
Conor McGregor and Danis have a long-standing friendship, with Danis once serving as McGregor’s grappling coach during his UFC run.
