At the #KM5 press conference, UFC middleweight Joe Pyfer took aim at veteran Jeremy Stephens, delivering a particularly pointed critique about his appearance – mere months after Pyfer himself underwent a hair transplant procedure in Turkey.
Pyfer, who has been making waves in the UFC’s middleweight division, crashed the press conference and didn’t hold back in his assessment of Stephens, stating, “I’m pretty sure that motherf*cker can’t spell, his haircut looks like sh*t.”
The timing of Pyfer’s comments raised eyebrows among MMA fans, considering his own recent cosmetic procedure. He continued his verbal assault, adding, “If ‘Lil’ Heathen’ want to do something after, he can get his a*s whipped by me, too.”
The 27-year-old Pyfer also took aim at Stephens’ professional record of 29-21, questioning his achievements across different promotions. The unexpected outburst has already generated significant buzz on social media, with many pointing out the irony of Pyfer’s hair-related comments.
Several MMA fighters have reportedly undergone hair transplant procedures to address hair loss. Notable examples include:
- Francis Ngannou: The former UFC Heavyweight Champion underwent a hair transplant at Now Hair Time clinic in Turkey.
- Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone: Cerrone also received a hair transplant at Now Hair Time, the same clinic as Ngannou.
- Paulo Costa: The Brazilian middleweight fighter is reported to have had a hair transplant, though specific details about the procedure are limited.
- Paul Craig: The Scottish light heavyweight has reportedly undergone a hair transplant procedure.
- Damon Jackson: The UFC featherweight documented his hair transplant journey, sharing insights into the process and recovery.
- Merab Dvalishvili: UFC bantamweight champion had a receeding hairline as far back as a decade ago.
- Tony Ferguson: Ferguson recently underwent the procedure.
- Erick Nicksick: Xtreme Couture coach underwent a hair transplant sometime after Ngannou. It’s widely believed he paid for his and wasn’t sponsored.
- Wanderlei Silva: Pride FC legend underwent a hair transplant last year.
Additionally, there is speculation about other stars:
- Conor McGregor: While McGregor has not publicly confirmed undergoing a hair transplant, analyses of photographic evidence suggest he may have had the procedure.
Stephens, known as “Lil’ Heathen” in the MMA community, has yet to respond to Pyfer’s remarks. The incident has added another chapter to the ongoing rivalries within the combat sports world, with fans eagerly awaiting any potential response from the veteran.
