Dillon Danis Withdraws from Mike Perry Fight, Replaced by Brandon Jenkins
- Dillon Danis has withdrawn from his scheduled August 29, 2026, mixed martial arts bout against Mike Perry on just two days' notice, according to announcements made during a...
- According to reporting by BJPENN.COM, Perry confirmed during the Thursday media availability that his original opponent failed to show up for the event.
- Rather than canceling the headlining slot, promotion organizers slotted UFC veteran Brandon Jenkins into the main event against Perry.
Dillon Danis has withdrawn from his scheduled August 29, 2026, mixed martial arts bout against Mike Perry on just two days’ notice, according to announcements made during a fight week press conference.
Late-Stage Withdrawal Shakes Up Duel Arena 1 Main Event
According to reporting by BJPENN.COM, Perry confirmed during the Thursday media availability that his original opponent failed to show up for the event. Duel Arena 1 is scheduled to take place at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida, with a pay-per-view price point set at $29.99 on DuelArena.tv.
UFC Veteran Brandon Jenkins Steps In on Minimal Preparation
Rather than canceling the headlining slot, promotion organizers slotted UFC veteran Brandon Jenkins into the main event against Perry. According to BJPENN.COM, Jenkins accepted the assignment on short notice, as Perry stated that he boarded a flight immediately to make weight ahead of Saturday night.
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Jenkins enters the contest with a 17-11 professional record, having previously competed in BKFC, Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA, and Karate Combat alongside a stint on the MVP card where he defeated Chris Avila by decision. Meanwhile, Perry fights for the second time in mixed martial arts this year following a TKO victory over Nate Diaz in May 2026, building on a successful 6-0 bare-knuckle run that featured wins over Luke Rockhold, Michael Page, and Eddie Alvarez.
Danis Continues Sporadic Fighting Schedule
The sudden withdrawal continues a sporadic active schedule for Danis, who holds a 2-0 professional MMA record stemming from Bellator appearances prior to a multi-year layoff. According to event records, Danis secured a 15-second submission win over Warren Spencer at Misfits 22 in August 2025 to capture a Misfits MMA title, followed by bouts against Colby Covington and Khamzat Chimaev under the Real American Freestyle banner.
Perry Blasts Late Cancellation and Welcomes New Challenger
Perry did not hold back his frustration with the late-stage cancellation when addressing reporters on Thursday.
Let’s not beat around the bush. This p*ssy-ass b*tch Dillon Danis didn’t show the f*ck up. He’s not here. He backed the f*ck out because he’s a p*ssy.
Mike Perry via BJPENN.COM
Perry also praised his new opponent’s willingness to step up on minimal preparation time.
I want to give a shout out to my new opponent Brandon Jenkins. He’s getting on a plane right now. He’s flying here to weigh in the morning like a professional and fight me on Saturday night.
Mike Perry via BJPENN.COM
Full Orlando Fight Card Features Boxing and MMA Bouts
Beyond the main event shift, the Duel Arena 1 card features several other combat sports matchups, including Jimi Manuwa facing Rashad Coulter in boxing, Phil Rowe meeting Javanis Ross in boxing, and Alex Nicholson taking on Brad Taylor in a mixed martial arts clash.