Elle Brooke reacts to Paige VanZant fight announcement

LockerRoom Team

20 Apr 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Elle Brooke, Misfits middleweight champion, is gearing up to take on former UFC star Paige VanZant in the headline event for MF & DAZN: X Series 15. Scheduled for Saturday, May 25th at the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, this matchup has sent shockwaves through the combat sports world.

Brooke, known for her presence as an influencer ventured into boxing under the Misfits banner last year. Her journey culminated in a remarkable third-round knockout victory over Andrea-Jane Bunker, earning her the middleweight title in January.

VanZant, on the other hand, gained fame through her successful tenure in the UFC before transitioning to BKFC in 2021. This fight marks her return to action after a hiatus of over two years, following her decision loss to Rachael Ostovich at BKFC 19.

The announcement of this matchup stirred significant buzz, with Brooke openly expressing her readiness to face off against the seasoned UFC veteran. Despite VanZant's illustrious background in MMA, Brooke remains undaunted, seizing the opportunity to make a statement in the ring.

Reacting to the news, Elle Brooke had the following to tweet. 

“When they call, I accept. About to retire a UFC star.” Elle Brooke noted on X. 

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