Lia Thomas was challenged to become an MMA fighter by a UFC star

UFC star sparks backlash by demanding fight with trans swimmer Lia Thomas. Julian Erosa has sparked a backlash after admitting he wants to fight Lia Thomas. 'Don't like cheaters', he said. UFC fighter has sparked backlash after saying he wants a fight with Thomas.

UFC veteran fighter Julian Erosa challenges swimmer Lia Thomas to become an MMA fighter. The pair met on the undercard of the UFC's Fight for the first time on Saturday night. Thomas was the first female swimmer to win a UFC heavyweight title in the sport.