Laughs and Comebacks: Michael Bisping Reads Mean Tweets

UK MMA and UFC legend Michael Bisping loves a good joke — even when he’s on the business end of it.

The first British fighter to ever claim a UFC championship shot his own “Reading Mean Tweets” segment in partnership with leading crypto casino Lucky Block on a cold day in Manchester, with “The Count” showing his propensity for the bants. Bisping rattled off a series of hilarious zingers and snappy comebacks in response to mean tweets the legend read about him on X—and we’re giving you an exclusive sneak peek at the fun-filled shoot.

The Fun Side of Michael Bisping

Very few modern-day sportsmen embody the “never say die” spirit quite like the UK’s most successful exponent of mixed martial arts—Michael Bisping. Having made his bones in martial arts as young as the age of 8, Bisping was already fighting in no-holds-barred competitions by age 15. He paid his dues and climbed up the ladder in the fledgling UK MMA scene before landing a spot on the UFC’s Ultimate Fighter TV series, which in turn landed him a contract with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. 

From there, Bisping experienced the thrill of sensational victories peppered with the agony of several devastating defeats (as evidenced by the Michael Bisping Sherdog record)…all until it came to a head at UFC 199 when perhaps the most famous Michael Bisping UFC fight came to pass. The Count’s career culminated in 2016 after being crowned the first-ever British fighter to win a UFC world championship after beating odds-on favorite Luke Rockhold in a sensational upset that’s still spoken of to this very day as the best Michael Bisping fight.

Never one to shy from a physical nor a verbal tussle as one the best fighters and talkers in the business, Bisping demonstrated his gift of gab, killer sense of humor, charisma, and ability to connect with fans with his recent “Reading Mean Tweets” video production in partnership with leading crypto casino Lucky Block. The much-awaited video showed not only the latest Lucky Block partner and brand ambassador in fine form as he demonstrated the humor and honesty expected from the former UFC champion.

Behind the Scenes in Manchester

As one of the best talkers in the business—never short of a story or two even as he parlayed his career into a successful acting, commentating, and sports analyst gig—Michael Bisping thrilled audiences with his “Reading Mean Tweets” video shoot in Manchester. Here’s an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the shoot with some of the best photos taken from it.

Overview of the Production Day

“The Count” showcased his class throughout the 8-hour production day in his hometown, Manchester, demonstrating that he hasn’t lost a step when it comes to in-ring ability. Bisping did a signing and sparring session before closing out production day by reading mean tweets that netizens (or trolls) on X sent to the MMA legend—with Bisping responding calmly and wittily as he laid the verbal beatdown.

Mean Tweets Segment

It is interesting how X users can tweet the funniest things and also the meanest (or stupidest). This is exactly why late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel popularized a segment called “Celebrities Read Mean Tweets” on Jimmy Kimmel Live, where celebrities are instructed to read real mean tweets about themselves in front of the camera—-and react/respond to them in real-time. 

In the spirit of the format, Michael Bisping was presented with tweets made by real X users, with the Count humorously responding to them with lighthearted jabs and zingers typical of the Englishman’s well-documented way with words. 

Michael Bisping’s Best Comebacks

Bisping, 45, was in a jovial mood as he read through some of the various insults with a smattering of praise, including “He was my top five favorite fighter, but can’t say the same with him in the booth.” Bisping responded, “Oh, look at you…Would you say it in my face though? No, you wouldn’t. You’d ask for an autograph, you’d pray.”

Witty Responses

The Englishman regaled the audience with another zinger after reading the following tweet: “In all seriousness, all that Bisping does is talk over every other analyst at the table. He thinks he’s the end-all and be-all, and he needs to shut the f*** up. He was blatantly under the influence during a few live events.” In classic Bisping fashion, he retorted: “I feel like I’m under the influence now reading this guy’s grammar.” Zinger.

Memorable Moments

Bisping closed out the segment with a bit that left everyone on set laughing. After what was ultimately a tame “Reading Mean Tweets” segment that featured more positive tweets than abusive ones, the Englishman quipped: “I get tons of abuse every single day. Give me my phone; I can give you a good version right now.”  Bisping quickly gave his smartphone a proper scroll. Expecting to find some mean tweets and messages, Bisping said, “Hold on, hold on, there’ll be some bulls***,” until finally quipping, “Oh, never mind. I’m just too popular.”

The Magic of Production

Let’s take a behind-the-scenes look at the Lucky Block/Michael Bisping video production and learn more about what went into the production designed to create content for Lucky Block’s growing community of bettors.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights

The 8-hour production day in Manchester saw Michael Bisping in smashing form. The shoot included autograph signing sessions, Q and As, and video shoots, including the “Reading Mean Tweets” segment that’s sure to thrill sports betting and online casino fans the world over. The Count even laced up his boots and threw down, thrilling the audience with the skill that made him a household name in MMA. The professional production team left no stone unturned in highlighting the best of Bisping in and out of the ring, creating a content pipeline that’s sure to engage Lucky Block gamers in the weeks and months to come. 

The Role of Lucky Block Casino

The collaboration with Michael Bisping underscores Lucky Block Casino’s commitment to engaging and growing its existing user base through brand ambassadorships with legends like the Englishman and creating entertaining content for its audience. 

Why Mean Tweets?

The “reading mean tweets” format popularized through Jimmy Kimmel Live is a type of ritualistic, public self-flagellation that gained traction among audiences because of its levity and fun and to highlight the fact that there are oodles and oodles of people who will say outrageously cruel things to people they’ve never met or known from behind an anonymous profile picture hiding behind a computer. 

The format enables fans to see a more relatable, human, and humorous side to their favorite celebrities, with a solid dose of cringe-worthy fun to enthrall viewers with. 

Conclusion

The Lucky Block/Michael Bisping video production is aligned with the crypto casino’s goal of creating engaging, entertaining content designed to grow its user base. The success of the mean tweets format and the light, enjoyable moments captured throughout the professional 8-hour production day encapsulate the perfect fit between Lucky Block and Michael Bisping and represent another triumphant partnership that’s guaranteed to produce more exciting content in the future to elevate the brand.

FAQ

Who is Michael Bisping?

Michael Bisping is a former UFC champion and MMA legend known for his charisma, mic skills, and never-say-die attitude. Known as “The Count,” Bisping has since transitioned to an acting, sports analyst, and commentating career.

What was the focus of the video production?

The production had Michael Bisping read mean tweets and captured his quick wit, English humor, and bravado with his snappy comebacks. 

Why did the production take place in Manchester, UK?

The shoot took place in Bisping’s hometown of Manchester, UK, right where “The Count” spent his formative years before his rise to the pinnacle in 2016.