UFC middleweight Bo Nickal has ignited a fiery controversy by slamming Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs as a ‘freaking fraud’ following a heated dispute at the NCAA Wrestling Championships.
The Sparks Fly at NCAA Wrestling Championships
The tension between these two wrestling titans flared during ESPN’s broadcast of the NCAA Wrestling Championships. As Penn State’s Carter Starocci clinched his fourth title with a remarkable 2-0 victory, Burroughs sparked outrage with his commentary. Advocating for exploiting Starocci’s serious knee injury, Burroughs’ remarks didn’t sit well with Nickal and the wrestling community.
A War of Words Escalates
Burroughs, known for his Olympic triumphs, didn’t back down from his controversial stance. In a bold statement during the broadcast, he vowed to target Starocci’s injured leg if they were to meet in the upcoming Olympic wrestling trials. Nickal, a three-time NCAA champion, wasted no time in condemning Burroughs’ comments, labeling them as ‘unprofessional’ and ‘classless’.
Nickal Speaks Out
Taking his criticism further, Nickal aired his grievances on his podcast. For him, Burroughs’ behavior overshadowed Starocci’s historic achievement. Nickal accused Burroughs of self-centeredness, asserting that the Olympic gold medalist stole Starocci’s moment of glory to satisfy his ego.
You punch guys in the face for a living. Shut up. https://t.co/O9pQtYcozt
— Jordan Burroughs (@alliseeisgold) March 24, 2024
Unveiling the True Colors
In Nickal’s eyes, Burroughs’ actions painted a stark picture of his character. Despite portraying himself as an ambassador of the sport, Burroughs’ behavior at the championships exposed what Nickal sees as hypocrisy. To Nickal, Burroughs’ attempt to hog the limelight at Starocci’s expense revealed him as nothing short of a ‘fraud’.
No Reconciliation in Sight
With the Olympic trials looming, Nickal shows no signs of softening his stance against Burroughs. As his UFC 300 fight approaches on April 13, Nickal remains steadfast in his resolve. He anticipates a showdown with Burroughs and vows not to let bygones be bygones. For Nickal, Burroughs’ attempt to extend an olive branch will fall on deaf ears.
A Clash on the Horizon
As the wrestling world braces for the Olympic trials, all eyes are on the brewing feud between Bo Nickal and Jordan Burroughs. With emotions running high and tensions escalating, the showdown between these two champions promises to be nothing short of electrifying. Will Burroughs’ Olympic pedigree prevail, or will Nickal emerge victorious in this battle of wills? Only time will tell as the wrestling world eagerly awaits the outcome.
