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Dillon Danis

Dillon Danis is an American mixed martial artist and grappling competitor born in 1993.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Dillon Danis is an American mixed martial artist and grappler known for his Brazilian jiu-jitsu background and his association with Conor McGregor.

What it is

Dillon Danis (born August 22, 1993) is a professional mixed martial artist and submission grappler from Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey. He holds a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under Marcelo Garcia and has a professional MMA record of 2–0, both wins by submission in Bellator MMA. He also competes in boxing exhibitions and other combat-sports promotions.

Why it matters

Danis gained wide recognition as a grappling coach and training partner for Conor McGregor starting in 2015, linking his profile to major UFC storylines. His public career includes high-visibility controversies and crossover bouts, making him a notable figure in combat sports beyond his competitive record.

Key details

Danis debuted in Bellator in 2018 and won both fights by submission. He has also appeared in boxing-related events, though some have been marked by altercations or suspensions. His nickname is "El Jefe" and he typically competes at welterweight or catchweight.

In short

  • Professional MMA record is 2–0, both wins by submission in Bellator.
  • Known for Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt and role as Conor McGregor's grappling coach.
  • Has competed in boxing exhibitions and other combat-sports promotions.
  • Public profile includes notable controversies and event-related incidents.

Quick questions

Who is Dillon Danis?
Dillon Danis is an American mixed martial artist and grappler known for his Brazilian jiu-jitsu background and his association with Conor McGregor.
What is Dillon Danis’s MMA record?
His professional MMA record is listed as 2–0.
Has Dillon Danis fought in Bellator?
Yes. He made his professional MMA debut in Bellator and won both of his Bellator bouts by submission.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dillon_Danis
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, current competition notes, and general biographical overview.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/4316376/dillon-danis
    Supports: Birthdate, weight class, nickname, and professional MMA profile.
  3. Sherdog — https://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Dillon-Danis-247811
    Supports: Height, weight, MMA record, fight results, and last fight details.
  4. Tapology — https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/101730-dillon-danis
    Supports: Birthplace, fighting base, height, reach, nickname, and professional record.
  5. FloGrappling — https://www.flograppling.com/people/5951106-dillon-danis
    Supports: Grappling background, black-belt status, and association with no-gi jiu-jitsu.
  6. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9435877/
    Supports: Professional mixed martial artist description and media appearances.