Dillon Danis and Mark Hunt have been officially barred from entering UFC 328. Security staff reportedly have documentation confirming the ban against both individuals. The post does not explain the reasons behind the prohibition or whether it stems from specific incidents. Neither the UFC nor venue security has publicly commented on the matter. The ban appears to be in effect for the duration of the UFC 328 event.
Dillon Danis and former UFC heavyweight contender Mark Hunt have been officially barred from attending UFC 328, with security staff reportedly holding documentation confirming the ban against both individuals as of May 9, 2026.
Hunt, a 52-year-old New Zealand heavyweight known as "Super Samoan," compiled a professional MMA record of 13-14-1 over a lengthy career that made him one of the most feared knockout artists in the sport's history. Standing five-foot-ten with a 72-inch reach, the American Top Team veteran averaged 2.81 significant strikes landed per minute across his career. He last competed under the UFC banner before parting ways with the promotion.
Danis, a grappling specialist and training partner of Conor McGregor, has remained a polarizing figure in combat sports circles despite minimal professional MMA activity. He does not appear in the AgentMMA verified fighter database in a competitive capacity.
Why it matters
- The ban removes two high-profile and at times controversial personalities from the UFC 328 event premises
- No official explanation has been offered by the UFC or venue security, leaving the reasons behind the prohibition unclear
- Neither individual is linked to a scheduled bout at UFC 328, meaning the ban carries no direct competitive impact on the card itself
- The lack of public comment from the promotion suggests the matter may be addressed through other channels
The ban is described as covering the full duration of the UFC 328 event, though no further details regarding its scope or origin have been confirmed by any official party.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
