N3on recently made an attempt to challenge UFC star Tracy Cortez in a takedown – and it didn’t go quite as he’d hoped.
N3on has been steadily building his presence in the combat sports world, often broadcasting his journey on livestreams, where he makes no secret of his dreams to someday step into the UFC octagon. In fact, he’s been vocal about pursuing not just boxing but eventually competing in mixed martial arts. However, despite his enthusiasm, N3on has no professional combat sports experience – something that became evident during his recent, ill-fated challenge to the UFC star.
The footage from the livestream shows a determined N3on attempting to engage in a physical confrontation with Cortez, who is known for her athleticism and UFC prowess. The scene quickly turned into a viral spectacle as viewers witnessed N3on’s brash confidence crumble under the weight of reality.
The hilarious moment unfolded as N3on, still full of bravado, approached the challenge with enthusiasm. “You wanna try it?” he said, clearly excited to prove his mettle. But as soon as the attempt began, the result was less than stellar. “Come on, Basie. Run it back. Now it’s personal,” N3on urged, yet his struggle was apparent. The exchange quickly became an uncomfortable reminder of the gulf between a content creator’s aspirations and the hard-hitting realities of combat sports.
At one point, he even uttered, “I’m blacking out” as the situation escalated. Despite his bravado and attempts to “run it back,” it was clear that the highly skilled UFC athlete had no intention of going easy. A couple of playful jabs at the end, “Do you have a little brother? You’re like that,” seemed to underline just how outmatched N3on was in this interaction.
N3on’s history of making grandiose claims about his combat sports potential adds an extra layer of comedy to the situation. His recent statements have been filled with bold predictions, such as, “People are going to buy my PPV like Floyd Mayweather because I’m so hated.” But while N3on’s confidence hasn’t waned, his performance has sparked both humor and concern.
In another recent livestream, N3on joked about the potential for public ridicule, admitting, “Everyone is watching that s**t, bro. Motherf**ckers want to see me hurt. They want to see me hurt, bro.” This was in reference to his fears about stepping into the ring or octagon. “I’m scared of getting knocked out. If I’m getting knocked out, there’s no chance I’m going to show my face again,” he confessed, adding to the growing concern that perhaps his ego may be one of his greatest obstacles.
Despite the spectacle, N3on’s journey is emblematic of the tension between the hype of online personalities and the grounded, technical nature of combat sports. While his fans continue to cheer on his journey, it’s evident that much work needs to be done before he’s ready for anything remotely resembling a professional match.
