Controversial 18-Year-Old Prank of ‘Stone Cold’ Getting ‘Punk’d’ by Ashton Kutcher Better Than Jorge Masvidal-Jake Paul Face-off Stunt in Miami Claims UFC Legend

UFC legend Chael Sonnen sparks yet another debate, this time – Jake Paul and Jorge Masvidal are on the radar. The UFC star gives his honest opinions on the recently gone viral spare-off between Paul and Masvidal in Miami. While speaking to his fans, Sonnen compared it to a hysterical show “Punk’d” that aired on MTV back in 2003.

Flashback to 3 days ago, we saw Jake Paul and Jorge Masvidal in an altercation outside of Betr Warehouse in Miami. Masvidal pulled up on Paul by surprise, and in the parking lot – the two exchanged some heat. The video went viral instantly, with fans pouring in with their opinions and remarks.

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In a recent episode of Beyond the Fight, Sonnen reflected on the recent altercation between Jake Paul and Jorge Masvidal. Chael Sonnen wondered – why did Jorge Masvidal & Jake Paul face off in a parking lot in Miami? Was there a motive behind Masvidal’s sudden appearance? Or was it just a coincidence? Sonnen seems to suggest otherwise.

Chael Sonnen’s take: Comparing a “Punk’d” prank to the Paul-Masvidal parking lot face-off

Musing about the MTV show “Punk’d,” he drew an intriguing parallel between the incident and the TV show.

‘The American Gangster’ recalled a memorable episode from years ago involving ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin. The prank unfolded at a restaurant, and ultimately lead to Austin becoming genuinely angry. But, the pivotal moment came when the actor pranking him at the restaurant, unable to contain himself, announced to the camera, “Hey, I’m out. Hey, you’re being punked!” The ruse succeeded because Austin, unaware of the prank, grew really incensed.

Sonnen emphasized the effectiveness of such pranks, even when involving actors. He noted the importance of hidden microphones and cameras, adding that the success lay in the fact that one party was unaware while the other was genuinely reacting.

Drawing a parallel to the recent Paul-Masvidal face-off, Sonnen raised questions about the motives behind their stunt. He pondered, “What were those two trying to sell? What was the point of that? I mean, it looked bad!”

Sonnen admitted that if filmed correctly—with the right individuals and platform—such pranks could be acceptable on social media, only requiring a mere 15 seconds of someone’s time. Yet, it was evident that neither Paul nor Masvidal were professional performers. The duo simply attempted to portray an orchestrated scenario but lacked the finesse of seasoned actors.

All-in-all, Sonnen’s insightful comparison between the controversial Paul-Masvidal face-off and the memorable “Punk’d” pranks raises questions about the authenticity and motives behind such staged events. Despite their efforts, Paul and Masvidal failed to capture the same level of intrigue as the ingenious pranks of the past. As the debate continues, fans eagerly await Sonnen’s next thought-provoking analysis.

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