Influencer Boxer Issues Public Apology Following Viral Livestream Altercation
Kick streamer and influencer boxer Nurideen "DeenTheGreat" has issued a formal public apology to former UFC fighter Tiki Ghosn after their intense livestream confrontation culminated in DeenTheGreat being knocked out on camera. The dramatic incident unfolded during a live broadcast on February 17, 2026, where a heated argument rapidly escalated into physical violence.
DeenTheGreat Takes Responsibility for His Actions
Returning to his Kick livestream on February 18, DeenTheGreat addressed the controversial situation directly with his viewers. He openly admitted to being intoxicated during the altercation and accepted full responsibility for his behavior. "But, nah, I do want to say I apologize on my end," he stated during the broadcast. "At the end of the day, I feel like he had to put his hands on me. It is what it is. Sometimes, you deal with the consequences. I'm just going to eat that."
The influencer boxer further elaborated on his alcohol consumption, revealing personal struggles with drinking. "I got into an altercation. I was drunk. I got a little problem with alcohol. I like pulling up on some wine," DeenTheGreat confessed during the emotional livestream session.
Additional Physical Incidents and Injuries Revealed
During the same apology stream, DeenTheGreat disclosed that he had recently been involved in another physical incident with powerlifter Larry Wheels. He claimed the slap from Wheels caused significant jaw pain that affected his daily life. "Larry slapped me, and my jaw was hurting, so I couldn't eat. I couldn't sleep. I can't really do much physically. So all I was doing was sipping on liquid," he explained to his audience.
Reaction to Dana White's Involvement and Future Possibilities
DeenTheGreat also addressed UFC president Dana White's decision to share the knockout clip on social media platforms. While acknowledging White's attention to the situation, the influencer boxer suggested that any ongoing issues should be resolved professionally in a boxing ring rather than through social media disputes. However, no official fight announcement has been made between the parties involved.
As of now, neither Tiki Ghosn nor Dana White has publicly responded to DeenTheGreat's latest comments and apology. The controversy originally began when DeenTheGreat accused Ghosn of showing disrespect during their initial livestream interaction. The argument quickly intensified with threats being exchanged before Ghosn struck DeenTheGreat live on camera, creating a viral clip that spread rapidly across multiple social media platforms.
Online Debate and Future Implications
The situation continues to generate significant online discussion, with fans and observers actively debating whether this represents a personal dispute between individuals or could potentially lead to a sanctioned professional fight in the future. The incident highlights the growing intersection between influencer culture and combat sports, raising questions about appropriate conduct during live broadcasts and the consequences of public altercations between public figures in the digital age.
