Blake Bilder, a professional MMA star with a record of 8-2-1, recently found himself at the center of an online storm. Known by his nickname “El Animal,” Blake’s latest social media post has stirred up a whirlwind of opinions.
The video, posted on Instagram u, shows a sparring session where a challenger repeatedly gets finished but continues to come back for more.
While some might see this as a testament to perseverance, the internet has largely viewed it as poor sportsmanship. In the comments section, the backlash was swift and intense, with many criticizing Blake for letting the situation go too far. It’s generally considered bad etiquette for a seasoned pro to let an amateur take such risks, especially when it could lead to serious injury.
The video didn’t just stay confined to Instagram. It quickly spread across other platforms, including Twitter, where it reached over a million viewers. Reactions ranged from disbelief to outright condemnation. Some viewers couldn’t understand why a professional fighter would engage in such a one-sided encounter, while others speculated about the mental state of the challenger.
Blake, however, didn’t back down from the criticism. He responded to several comments, sometimes with a hint of humor, sometimes with a more defensive tone. His responses only fueled the fire, with more people chiming in to express their disapproval. One commenter pointed out that Blake’s recent UFC performances haven’t been impressive, with a record of 0-2 in his last two, suggesting that the marial artist might be trying to compensate for his losses by showcasing these sparring sessions.
The situation raises broader questions about the ethics of professional athletes when it comes to training with less experienced individuals. Should a pro fighter know better than to push an amateur to their limits, or is it up to the challenger to understand the risks? The answer isn’t clear-cut.
