Tony Ferguson is set to face Dillon Danis in the GFL, but his UFC rivals are expressing serious doubts about the fight happening.
What's Behind the Doubts?
Kevin Lee, a former UFC title challenger, believes the GFL booked the fight to get Tony Ferguson a win.
Kevin Lee's Concerns
Lee told MMA Junkie that Danis has a history of not showing up to fights, citing his pulled-out boxing match against KSI.
Tony Ferguson, 41, has a massive experience edge over Danis, who hasn't fought in MMA since 2019.
What's at Stake?
The fight is seen as a way for the GFL to capitalize on Danis' star power, but Lee is skeptical it will happen.
Kevin Lee is offering to rematch Tony Ferguson if the Danis fight falls apart, saying it's the biggest fight the GFL could put on right now.
Tony Ferguson submitted Kevin Lee with a triangle choke to become the UFC interim lightweight champion at UFC 216 in 2017.
What Comes Next?
If the fight against Danis doesn't happen, Tony Ferguson may face Kevin Lee again in the GFL lightweight division.
The GFL has been signing older UFC stars from free agency, and Tony Ferguson is one of the notable names to join the promotion.
Tony Ferguson once went on a 12-fight win streak in the UFC lightweight division, but has since lost eight fights.
The UFC rivals' doubts about the fight are fueled by Danis' history of inactivity and pulling out of fights.
Tony Ferguson is looking to get back on track with a win in the GFL, but it remains to be seen if the fight against Danis will happen.