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The world of MMA is buzzing with controversy once again due to Derek Brunson. The famous UFC middleweight star faces backlash from fans over his recent tweet. Brunson is famous for his humorous and light-hearted social media presence. However, his latest post has raised eyebrows and sparked outrage amongst his followers. The controversial tweet features a meme about paying less child support. Moreover, this is a sensitive topic that is sure to rub many the wrong way. While Brunson may have a reputation for being a funny man, this latest incident has landed him in hot water with fans and has many wondering where he draws the line.

Derek Brunson may not have stepped into the octagon since his loss to Jared Cannonier, which ended his impressive streak of five wins out of six, but he’s set to face off against South African fighter Dricus Du Plessis. The anticipation for this matchup is at an all-time high, as fans eagerly await the outcome of what promises to be an epic battle between two formidable fighters. With both Brunson and Du Plessis possessing impressive records, it’s anyone’s guess as to who will emerge victorious.

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Meanwhile, Du Plessis has been on the rise since signing with the UFC, winning all four of his fights in the promotion so far. As the attention now turns to the controversial child support tweet shared by Brunson, the stakes have been raised for their upcoming fight. With so much on the line, fans are eager to see how this battle between two of the UFC’s top middleweights will play out.

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Fan’s response to the Derek Brunson meme

The tweet did not do well with the fans. He shared how he was paying $1,000 a month for child support. However, her ex-partner wasn’t happy with it and took him to court. Although she took him to court, he now has to pay her less and around $222.63. Some fans took the meme quite seriously.

 

Thus, fans shared their opinions online.

Many weren’t happy with the fighter.

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However, this isn’t the first time that Brunson has joked about his relationship. Previously, years ago, he also joked about how no one should mess with him in a relationship.

Brunson is not one to be messed with

Derek Brunson is a force to be reckoned with in the UFC, boasting over 10 wins in the promotion and having fought some of the biggest names in the sport, including Anderson Silva and Israel Adesanya. Despite his success in the octagon, however, Brunson has been making headlines recently for a controversial tweet about child support. This is not the first time that he has shared his personal views on social media.

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One tweet that stands out from Brunson’s past is a humorous statement about his approach to relationships, in which he said, “Once you mess up with me in a relationship it’s over. My ‘fall back’ game too strong.” This witty remark showcases Brunson’s personality and his ability to find humor in everyday situations. While he may be a fierce competitor in the UFC, he also has a playful side that his fans love.

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Despite the controversy surrounding his recent tweet, it’s clear that Derek Brunson is a fighter who likes to keep things positive and loves to share a laugh. Whether he’s in the octagon or on social media, Brunson is always entertaining his fans with his unique sense of humor and his infectious enthusiasm for life.

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