Dan Hooker to host more backyard fights following backlash

Friday 30 May 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 30 May 2025, 7:45pm

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UFC lightweight Dan Hooker plans to stage more backyard fight events after hosting a tournament at his Auckland home. The recent event involved 32 men competing for a $50,000 prize. Hooker stated that professional referees and medical staff were present during the competition.

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1. Stuff via RNZFri 30 May 2025, 7:19pm

   UFC star Dan Hooker vows more backyard scraps after backlash (opens in new tab)

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2. NZ HeraldFri 30 May 2025, 7:45pm

   Dan Hooker plans more backyard fight events despite backlash (opens in new tab)