Jack Doherty’s crew apparently got in over their heads behind the scenes in Miami.
Millions watched Jake Paul’s latest boxing match last Friday when he faced off against Anthony Joshua at the Caseya Center. While Joshua’s sixth-round knockout of Paul grabbed most of the attention, another heated moment sparked chatter: footage emerged showing a backstage altercation between former UFC heavyweight champ Andrei Arlovski and a controversial group, including Doherty.
Joe Rogan recently weighed in, agreeing with many MMA fans that Doherty’s decision to fight Arlovski was a big mistake. Rogan described Arlovski as “one of the worst midfielders of all time” and highlighted his impressive UFC career spanning two decades, including his heavyweight title and wins over legends like Fabricio Werdum and Tim Sylvia. Rogan implied Doherty and his associates underestimated Arlovski’s skill and reputation.
Arlovski himself responded, saying he was actually the victim of a provocation attempt, while Doherty claimed the opposite, asserting on X that Arlovski attacked him without cause. Doherty insisted he did nothing to instigate the fight and accused people of wrongly painting him as the aggressor.
Fan Take: This backstage brawl highlights how volatile tensions can run even outside the ring or octagon, reminding fighting fans that respect and caution are crucial when crossing paths with seasoned warriors. It also underscores the ongoing challenges combat sports face in managing celebrity-driven drama, which can sometimes overshadow the sport itself.
