Paige VanZant, the former UFC fighter turned bare-knuckle boxer, has once again made headlines, this time for sharing a daring photo on social media shortly after her split decision draw against Elle Brooke.
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Paige VanZant Takes On A Controversial Match
VanZant’s fight against Brooke, 26, ended in a split decision draw, sparking debate among fans and pundits alike. While some believed VanZant, 30, had done enough to secure the win, others felt the decision was fair given Brooke’s strong performance.
Regardless of the outcome, VanZant’s resilience and determination in the ring were evident throughout the match.
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Making A Statement With A Cheeky Display
In a move that surprised many, VanZant took to Instagram shortly after the fight to share a revealing photo of herself wearing a thong.
The photo, which showcased her toned physique, garnered a mixed response from fans and followers. Some praised VanZant for her confidence and body positivity, while others questioned the timing of the post in light of her recent match.
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Embracing Self-Expression
VanZant has never been one to shy away from expressing herself both inside and outside the ring. Throughout her career, she has been known for her outspoken personality and willingness to push boundaries.
By sharing the thong photo, VanZant continues to defy expectations and challenge societal norms, asserting her right to embrace her body and sexuality on her own terms.
She wrote in the caption: “Just cause I wanna make the haters mad,” while also noting that she’s giving “50% OFF” on her OnlyFans account.
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Mixed Reactions
The photo sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with some praising VanZant’s boldness and others criticizing her for what they perceived as a lack of professionalism. Despite the controversy, VanZant remains unfazed, continuing to share glimpses of her life and personality with her loyal fanbase.
One person wrote, “Girl got off her knees to put you on yours…. that’s crazy Page, u still fine though.”
Another follower commented, “Nah, that’s not for the hater, that’s you being desperate,” while the third one remarked, “Elle knew she lost that fight. It was a great match!”
A fourth user added, “Nobody hating besides the fighting world that backed you. Thanks for letting us down.”
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Split Decision
Saturday night marked VanZant’s return to combat sports competition after an absence of nearly three years, as she headlined the Misfits Boxing-produced event, MF & DAZN X Series 15. Paired against Brooke, an NSFW content creator who also holds the promotion’s women’s middleweight title, VanZant faced a formidable opponent.
The bout between VanZant and Brooke was scheduled for five two-minute rounds, with each second crucially utilized before the judge’s scorecards. Despite an unexpected knockdown in round one, VanZant rallied back, asserting control over much of the fight.
However, when the dust settled, the outcome left many fans dissatisfied. Despite VanZant’s efforts, Brooke retained her middleweight strap by split decision (with scores of 47-47, 48-46, and 46-48).
