Mike Perry set to fight Dillon Danis in MMA match on Aug. 29
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:25 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Mike Perry will face Dillon Danis at the Duel Arena's inaugural event in Orlando on August 29. Perry, who returned to MMA in May with a TKO win over Nate Diaz, revealed he only learned about the Danis fight two days before its official announcement. Danis is also returning to MMA after a lengthy absence, with his last match resulting in a quick submission. Perry plans to leverage his striking skills against Danis, aiming to neutralize his grappling tactics. Both fighters seem to be approaching the matchup with mutual respect, setting the stage for an exciting encounter.
- •Perry won against Nate Diaz earlier this year in MMA.
- •The fight will take place at 170 pounds in a ring.
- •Danis previously fought last August, winning in 15 seconds.
- •Perry prepared with top grapplers in Florida for this fight.
- •Both fighters have expressed mutual respect leading into the matchup.
- 8:25 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Perry says Dillon Danis fight was too good to pass up: 'You can't not take this opportunity'
""Platinum" didn't even know he was going to fight Danis in MMA until two days before the bout's official announcement.
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