Here’s a bold statement: Social media influencers seem to have a knack for picking fights they can’t win—especially when UFC fighters are involved. And this is the part most people miss: It’s not just about the physical altercation; it’s about the lessons these influencers aren’t learning. Take the recent incident involving Kick streamer and Misfits Boxing participant Deen The Great (real name Nurideen Shabazz), who found himself on the receiving end of an elbow from former UFC fighter Tiki Ghosn at a house party hosted by Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. But here’s where it gets controversial: Was Deen’s behavior a cry for attention, or just a massive miscalculation? Let’s break it down.
Deen The Great, no stranger to viral moments, confronted Ghosn after feeling disrespected by the former fighter’s claim of not knowing him. Ghosn, who now manages high-profile fighters like Rampage Jackson, Mackenzie Dern, and Dustin Poirier, wasn’t having it. With a 10-8 record in top MMA organizations between 1998 and 2009—including bouts against legends like Robbie Lawler and Chris Lytle—Ghosn wasn’t about to back down. When Deen threatened to slap him, Ghosn calmly gave him a chance to walk away. Spoiler alert: Deen didn’t take it.
The exchange escalated quickly. Deen, still fuming from a previous incident where bodybuilder Larry Wheels slapped him for disrespecting Wheels’ wife, doubled down on his threats. ‘I’ll slap the s--t out of you,’ he boasted. Ghosn’s response? A swift elbow to the face, sending Deen tumbling to the ground. The kicker? Ghosn didn’t even spill his drink. But here’s the real question: Did Deen learn anything from this, or is he just chasing clout?
Footage of the incident shows Deen demanding respect, claiming Ghosn knew exactly who he was. ‘Don’t act like you don’t know me,’ he insisted. Ghosn’s reply? ‘Nice to meet you, though.’ Ouch. The tension escalated when Ghosn called out Deen’s previous viral slapping incident, to which Deen responded with more threats. Big mistake.
After the elbow, Deen followed Ghosn into the house, throwing wild punches before being pulled away by partygoers. This marks the second time in two days Deen has been publicly humiliated on his own stream. And this is where it gets even more interesting: In the world of social media, getting owned can actually boost your popularity. So, did Deen learn a lesson, or is he just doubling down on the wrong strategy?
While it’s easy to write this off as another influencer mishap, it raises a bigger question: Are these public confrontations genuine, or just calculated moves for more views? We’re not condoning violence, but let’s be real—if Deen keeps this up, we wouldn’t be surprised to see him in another viral clip. What do you think? Is Deen playing the victim, or is he just in over his head? Let us know in the comments—this is one debate that’s sure to spark some heated opinions.
