A locker room experience left Bryce Mitchell with a lesson before his pivotal bantamweight debut. The last time fans saw Bryce Mitchell inside the Octagon was at UFC 314, where he suffered a second-round submission loss to Jean Silva.
‘I Got the Heck Out!’ – Bryce Mitchell Details Cultural Clash in Abu Dhabi originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
A locker room experience left Bryce Mitchell with a lesson before his pivotal bantamweight debut.
The last time fans saw Bryce Mitchell inside the Octagon was at UFC 314, where he suffered a second-round submission loss to Jean Silva. That setback left questions about his future at featherweight, but Mitchell is answering in a big way. For his comeback, he’s transitioning to bantamweight and preparing for a crucial showdown in Abu Dhabi against Said Nurmagomedov. And in the lead-up, Mitchell shared an unexpected story that quickly grabbed attention.
In a clip posted by Red Corner MMA, Mitchell explained that after finishing a hard training session, he went to take a shower and experienced an awkward cultural moment during his first trip to Abu Dhabi.
‘I went to the changing room after a shower. There were six Muslim men in the changing room. Apparently, me being naked greatly offended them to the point where I thought they might start to fight with me. I've never put on my blue jeans and boots quicker in my life than I did that day. I got the heck out of that locker room and learned my lesson.’
Bryce Mitchell shares awkward moment in Abu Dhabi locker room with 6 Muslim men -"I’ve never put on my jeans faster in my life!"😲
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) July 16, 2025
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Mitchell, who has never shied away from controversy, remains one of the UFC’s most outspoken personalities. From conspiracy-laden rants to heated interviews, he’s often in headlines for more than just fighting. But this upcoming bout could redefine him professionally. Dropping to bantamweight is a major move, and all eyes are on whether his power and grappling will translate against elite competition. For Mitchell, this isn’t just about rebounding from a loss—it’s about proving he belongs in a new division.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
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