“I Couldn’t See Anything” UFC Star Dan Hooker On His Biggest Beating
- Sep 1, 2026
- 10:01
- Full Episode
UFC fighter Dan “The Hangman” Hooker reflects on the biggest loss of his career- the 2018 fight with Edson Barboza.
A fight that left him with a fractured eye-socket, vertigo and a 5 week wait for surgery. But it also gave him the reputation as a guy who never ever gives up.
This Fast Cast has been taken from Dans full appearance on The Dom Harvey Podcast. If you want to watch the full episode (it's a good one!) check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71kNEjNzk_I&t=2174s
Brief Summary
The guest recounts his brutal fight with Edson Barboza and discusses mental resilience and long-term health concerns in combat sports.
Key points
- The Fight Against Edson Barboza. A fighter reflects on a brutal match where he couldn't see and kept pushing forward.
- Mental Toughness in Combat Sports. Exploring the limits of mental endurance in fighting and the importance of testing oneself.
- Preparing for the Future. A fighter discusses how he has secured his financial future to avoid pitfalls common in sports.
Episode highlights
- Mental Toughness in Combat SportsExploring the limits of mental endurance in fighting and the importance of testing oneself.“I wanted to see if I would quit in my own head.”3:44Sep 1, 2026
- Preparing for the FutureA fighter discusses how he has secured his financial future to avoid pitfalls common in sports.“My life is absolutely idiot proof.”9:07Sep 1, 2026
Tension
60/ 100Some tension
