In a night marked by Jake Paul’s shocking loss to Anthony Joshuathe drama didn’t end in the ring. Backstage at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Andrei Arlovski, veteran fighter and former UFC champion, was involved in a brawl with YouTuber Jack Doherty and his entourageand captures the attention of fans and social networks.
After the main fight on December 20, 2025, where Anthony Joshua knocked out Jake Paul In a fight described as “the most uneven of the year,” A saidRlovski – who was present at the event – was accidentally hit by Doherty while he was broadcasting live. The former UFC champion responded with a kick, which sparked an altercation involving four people: Doherty, two friends and a security guard.
‼️ Andrei Arlovski and Jack Doherty apparently had a heated moment backstage at the Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul fight.
Looks like I need protection 😂 pic.twitter.com/SrPGFpEWVW
— Digital Gal (@DigitalGalX) December 20, 2025
Arlovski, nicknamed “The Pit Bull,” knocked out one of his friends with a direct hit, kicked him to the ground and confronted the security guardwho backed out after a substitution. Doherty hid behind his protector during the chaosand only after witnesses intervened did the group separate. Doherty, now safe, claimed to want to continue the fight.
Andrei Arlovski46 years old and originally from Belarus an iconic figure in MMA. Known as “The Pit Bull,” He made his professional debut in 1999 and became UFC heavyweight champion in 2005 after defeating Tim Sylvia at UFC 51.. His career has spanned more than two decades, with memorable victories against legends like Fabricio Werdum and Frank Mir, and he holds up the record 23 wins in the UFC heavyweight divisiona testament to his durability and ferocity in the octagon.
Despite his age Arlovski is still active and exploring opportunities outside of the UFC, such as in Misfits Boxingwhere he poses a threat due to his experience in punching and wrestling. In this incident with Jack Doherty, he showed that his fighting instincts had not diminished: he dealt with several opponents calmly and precisely and remembered Why he’s respected as a mixed martial arts pioneer who took on the best in the world without backing down.
Jack Doherty, 22, is an American YouTuber with more than 15 million subscribersfamous for his viral “pranks” and challenges that often cross the line into controversy. He started his career in 2016 with stunt and prank videos, but Quickly escalated into provocative content, including public arguments and feuds with celebritieswhich attracted a lot of attention but also criticism for promoting irresponsible behavior and trying to influence the networks at all costs.
Compilation of Jack Doherty’s face slaps in the stream. pic.twitter.com/xqfrWFSdzK
— Top 5 Fights 🥊 (@Top5Fights) December 19, 2025
Their controversies are not new: In 2023, he was beaten by a stranger who injured his team’s jersey, and recently, in November 2025, he was arrested in Miami Beach for possession of drugs such as amphetamines and marijuanain addition to resisting arrest. This pattern of scandals, including traffic blockages for live broadcasts, fits perfectly with the Arlovski incident, which saw Doherty and his entourage – dubbed “broccoli heads” by fans – looking for dramaonly to be surpassed by a true professional.
The clip, about 37 seconds long, shows Arlovski using the phone while fending off attackswhich highlights his calm and strength. Users discussed whether it was better than the main fight with a touch of humor: “Did Arlovski put on a better show than Paul and Joshua?”
Neither side has officially commented on this, but the incident highlights the tension between the world of traditional MMA and the emerging world of boxing influencers. This episode not only overshadowed Joshua’s victory, but also sparked debates about respect at high-profile events. Lesson learned for Doherty? Time will tell.
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