At UFC 305, Mateusz Gamro was defeated by Dan “The Hangman” Hooker in an exciting show of ability and resolve. The lightweight challenger wasted little time in aiming for two lofty goals: the renowned Conor McGregor and the coveted BMF crown. He is well-known for his thrilling fighting style and sharp humor.
Hooker raised his hand in triumph following three rounds of back-and-forth action that kept spectators on the edge of their seats. But it was obvious that the Kiwi wasn’t going to sit back and take it all in. Hooker made a call-out that would have made any seasoned promoter happy as soon as he got hold of the microphone. Hooker said,
“I want ’em all, brother, I want the BMF. I want Conor McGregor, I want the title eliminator, I want everything, brother,”
Hooker faced the highly ranked Mateusz Gamrot on August 18, 2024, in Perth, Australia, and demonstrated his striking prowess and grapple defense. The boldness of Hooker’s calls to action instantly ignited social media. Both combatants and fans started arguing about the merits of these possible matchups. While some applauded Hooker’s moxie, others questioned if he had merited such prominent positions.
Talks concerning McGregor’s possible comeback to the octagon were also rekindled by the callouts. Many have speculated that Hooker’s challenge could be the catalyst for “The Notorious” to return to action.
