Jon Anik Reacts to Compliment as Fans Ask to Replace Joe Rogan & Daniel Cormier After UFC 284

The UFC 284 has just wrapped up and the fans are still buzzing with excitement. Although there were mixed responses on the fights and their outcomes, but one thing that was a surefire hit was the commentary, which kept the energy up and the audience hooked. Jon Anik, Michael Bisping, and Dominick Cruz kept the audience on the edge of their seats with their insightful and engaging commentary. It’s a known fact that good commentary is the icing on the cake when it comes to a fight and the trio certainly delivered.

In a recent poll, fans were asked if they enjoyed the dynamic duo of Bisping and Cruz just as much as they do with Joe Rogan and Daniel Cormier, and the results were split right down the middle. However, one fan had something to say about Jon Anik and couldn’t help but sing his praises. And the beloved commentator appreciated the love and support he received.

Jon Anik stands out over Joe Rogan-Daniel Cormier question

MMA based account Spinnin Backfist recently threw the gauntlet, posing a question to fans, whether Michael Bisping & Dominick Cruz was a better duo than Joe Rogan & Daniel Cormier. But one fan didn’t play the comparison game and instead, hit the bullseye by saying that all they cared about was having Jon Anik in the commentary panel.

The fan wrote, “I don’t care who’s there as long as @Jon_Anik is there”.

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That statement struck a chord with the 44-year-old commentator, who has been a mainstay in the commentary booth for years. He couldn’t contain his gratitude and replied with appreciation to this generous fan.

However, this wasn’t the best bit for the fan-favorite commentator. Another fan tweeted about how important it is for him to have Jon Anik in the UFC’s commentary panel. And that, to Anik, was the best thing he could’ve heard.

Anik gets the “ultimate compliment”

Jon Anik has been a familiar voice to UFC fans since 2011, and over the years, he has become an absolute staple in the commentary booth. Anik has a way of elevating the moments, and his impact on the viewing experience is nothing short of masterful. One fan took to Twitter to express their love for the veteran commentator, saying that if he ever left, they would stop watching UFC, too.

The fan wrote, “If @Jon_Anik stopped doing @ufc I’d have to bow out too , this man makes the fight for me 👊👊👊”

For Anik, this was the ultimate compliment, and it just goes to show the impact he has had on the fans. And the veteran commentator, humbled to the core, replied to this fan and appreciated him for all that he had to say.

“The ultimate compliment. Thanks for taking the time… 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼”, wrote the 44-year-old.

Anik is not just calling the fights, he’s painting a picture for the audience, bringing the action to life. He is the glue that holds the broadcast together, and it’s clear that he’s more than just a commentator to the fans – he’s a cherished part of the UFC experience.

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