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Dan Hooker seemingly posts and deletes injury update weeks out from UFC Qatar return

Dan Hooker gave fans a brief glimpse into the effects of his current training camp. It was only last month that Hooker was stopped by…

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 12:00 PM
Dan Hooker seemingly posts and deletes injury update weeks out from UFC Qatar return
Key Things to Know
  • Dan Hooker seemingly posted and deleted a video revealing a deep lip injury ahead of UFC Qatar.
  • Hooker is scheduled to fight Brian Ortega in Doha, Qatar, on November 21.
  • The bout marks Hooker's third appearance of the year following a stoppage loss to Salahdine Parnasse.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dan Hooker seemingly posted and quickly deleted a social media video displaying a severe lip injury ahead of his scheduled return at UFC Qatar. The lightweight fighter is slated to face Brian Ortega on November 21 in Doha, marking a quick turnaround after suffering his third consecutive loss inside the Octagon against Salahdine Parnasse.

The deleted video clip, which was subsequently reposted by external accounts, shows Hooker displaying the deep cut while sitting in his car. The incident comes as Hooker attempts to bounce back from recent struggles and questions regarding his past training commitment.

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