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The world of MMA encapsulates many diverse personalities who add layers of intrigue and entertainment to the sporting domain. Among these, Hasbulla, the Russian media personality turned internet sensation, is a prominent figure. Hasbulla musters global attention with his charming persona, garnering dedicated followers that rival the best of mainstream MMA fighters. Recently, his fame and success became a topic of discussion on the popular podcast, ‘Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson. The conversation took place between the host, legendary boxer Mike Tyson, and UFC President, Dana White.

The podcast that focuses on the thrills and spills of combat sports, divulged into the realm of internet sensations, throwing the spotlight on the powerhouse, Hasbulla. The conversation unfurled interesting facets about Hasbulla’s financial success and his ventures with UFC and the NELK boys. It provided listeners with a humor-laced insight into his demeanor – a factor that has significantly contributed to his enormous appeal.

Dana White reveals Hasbulla’s financial moves to Mike Tyson

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Dana White shared some intriguing details about Hasbulla’s success during his podcast appearance. “Hasbulla’s done really well. I mean we did a deal with him for uh, the video-game deal. We did a deal with him with T-shirts where he made a bunch of money. The kid’s made, easily, easily over a million dollars. Just with us and the NELK boys, he’s made easily over a million bucks, so yeah. He’s killing it“, revealed Dana. His comments were a testament to Hasbulla’s successful ventures with UFC and the Nelk Boys, pointing towards the young internet sensation’s booming popularity and business acumen.

Amid speculations that Hasbulla was ‘blown up’ by the NELK boys, Dana made it clear: “No, they didn’t blow him up. He was already blown up. They took really good care of him. When he came out here, they took him on like this tour and did a lot of really good s**t for him“. Dana’s words highlighted the reciprocal relationship between Hasbulla and the members of the Canadian-American YouTube channel, NELK.

“Loosen up”: Making waves with his spirit demeanor

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Previously in the podcast, Dana White and Tyson fondly joked about Hasbulla. Dana said, “Hasbulla’s a mean little motherf**cker”. Dana also asked Tyson, “Did he punch you in the face? Yeah, he punches everybody in the face“. Tyson, while appreciating Hasbulla, chimed in, “I like him a lot. Don’t get too serious, though, loosen up”. This joke was in the context of Hasbulla’s classic “uptight, on edge” stance, as Dana puts it.

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From business ventures raking in impressive sums to his demeanor, Hasbulla has proved to be a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment combat sports realm. The candid discussion between Mike Tyson and Dana White on the ‘Hotboxin’ podcast reinforced his fan-favorite status.

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The interaction also sheds some light on the charismatic figure’s financial triumphs and indomitable spirit. It wouldn’t be far-fetched to claim that, though small in stature, Hasbulla’s impact on combat sports and the entertainment industry indeed stands tall.

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