Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson has broken his silence following a disturbing viral video showing his son, Raja Jackson, launching a vicious and sustained attack on a fellow wrestler.
The shocking incident, which was broadcast live on social media, shows Raja punching another young man an astonishing 21 times as he lay defenceless on the ground.
A Father's Bizarre Defence
In a move that has stunned the combat sports community, the MMA legend offered a highly unusual explanation for his son's behaviour. Rather than condemning the brutal assault, Jackson suggested it was a case of mistaken identity and pent-up familial frustration.
"He thought it was his brother," Jackson claimed in a since-deleted social media post. He elaborated with a strange analogy, stating, "It's like when you get so mad at your parents, you might punch the wall... but the wall didn't do anything."
Victim Breaks Silence with Health Update
The victim of the attack has since spoken out, providing a crucial health update to his followers. While details remain scarce, his statement confirms the physical and emotional impact of the unprovoked assault.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage online, with fans and commentators alike criticising both the attack and Rampage's attempt to justify it. Many have pointed to the dangerous example it sets for young athletes in the sport.
A Legacy Under Scrutiny
The event places a dark cloud over the Jackson family's fighting legacy. Rampage, known for his explosive power and charismatic personality during his reign in Pride FC and the UFC, now faces scrutiny over his parenting and his public response to his son's actions.
This incident raises serious questions about violence outside the sanctioned confines of mixed martial arts and the responsibilities of combat sports figures as role models.
