BRYCE MITCHELL’S HITLER RANT: A NEW LOW FOR MMA

UFC fighter Bryce Mitchell has plunged into disgrace after unleashing an astonishingly ignorant and hateful tirade on his new podcast.
The 30-year-old featherweight, already known for his outlandish views, took things to an unforgivable level by praising Adolf Hitler, denying the Holocaust, and spewing homophobic nonsense. His comments have sparked widespread outrage, raising serious questions about the responsibilities that come with having a public platform.
Mitchell’s Shocking Ignorance on Display
In the debut episode of his podcast ArkanSanity, Mitchell abandoned reality in favor of unhinged conspiracy theories. “I honestly think Hitler was a good guy, based on my own research, not my public education and indoctrination,” he said, dismissing well-documented history.
It only got worse. Mitchell went on to claim that Hitler “fought for his country” and was simply trying to “purify” Germany by expelling Jewish people and preventing “everyone from turning gay.” When his co-host Roli Delgado tried to bring up the obvious atrocity of genocide, Mitchell doubled down, denying the Holocaust altogether.
“That’s what your public education will tell you, Roli, because you haven’t done your own research,” Mitchell said smugly, as if years of historical scholarship were nothing compared to his internet rabbit holes.
He then parroted a long-debunked claim: “There’s no possible way they could’ve burned and cremated six million bodies. The Holocaust ain’t real.”
UFC’s Dana White Shuts It Down
Mitchell’s remarks could have faded into the background of MMA’s weirder subculture, but UFC President Dana White made sure that wouldn’t happen. In a press conference, White eviscerated the fighter’s comments, making it clear that Mitchell had crossed the line from stupidity to outright antisemitism and bigotry.
“I’ve heard a lot of dumb and ignorant sh*t in my day, but this one is probably the worst,” White said. “Hitler was responsible for the deaths of six million Jews and tried to wipe out an entire race. Anyone trying to argue otherwise is a moron.”
White didn’t stop there. “That’s the problem with the internet and social media,” he continued. “It gives a platform to a lot of dumb and ignorant people.”
However, while condemning Mitchell, White clarified that the UFC would not punish him, citing free speech. “That’s the beautiful thing about this business—for everyone who hates Bryce Mitchell, you get to watch him hopefully get his ass whooped on global television.”
Fallout: Sponsors Bail, Reputation in Shambles
Mitchell’s comments have already started costing him. One of his sponsors, the clothing brand The Regenaissance, immediately severed ties. “His comments do not reflect our values in any manner,” said founder Ryan Griggs on Instagram.
Meanwhile, Mitchell, who has built a reputation as a rising featherweight contender, now finds himself better known for his mind-boggling ignorance than his fighting skills. Despite his 17–3 record and undeniable grappling talent, it remains to be seen whether UFC fans will ever take him seriously again.
The Bigger Picture
Athletes, especially those with large followings, have a responsibility to use their platforms wisely. Mitchell’s descent into antisemitic conspiracy theories and outright Holocaust denial is not just an embarrassing footnote: it’s a reflection of how dangerous misinformation can be when amplified by public figures. While the UFC may not be punishing him officially, the backlash from fans, sponsors, and the broader sports world should serve as a stark reminder: stupidity and hate speech come with consequences.