In a recent interview on the JAXXON Podcast, UFC Hall of Famer Mark Coleman recounted a memorable and somewhat hilarious incident involving Joe Rogan. The event took place after one of Rogan’s comedy shows, where a friendly hug turned into a spontaneous wrestling match.

The Incident

Coleman shared, “It was after one of Joe’s shows, a comedy show. I met him, gave him a little hug, but then we hugged and it turned into a little wrestling thing.” According to Coleman, Rogan attempted to take his back during the impromptu tussle. “Everybody thinks Joe let up because he had my back, but his face was in my lower back. He didn’t have my back; he had my middle lower back,” Coleman clarified.

The situation quickly escalated, leading Coleman to take action. “I just turned and Famed him. I was clearing some space; he was off balance, so I chucked him into the wall,” Coleman recounted. Despite the unexpected outcome, Coleman was relieved that Rogan wasn’t injured. “Thank God he wasn’t hurt, man,” he added.

The Aftermath

Although the incident was unintentional, Coleman expressed his regret. “I felt bad. Yeah, no, yeah, I felt horrible,” he admitted. However, he also acknowledged Rogan’s toughness. “But he could take it, you know, he was cool. He just couldn’t believe how strong I was; he had no clue.”

Despite the rough encounter, there were no hard feelings between the two. Coleman revealed that their relationship remained intact and even hinted at a future appearance on Rogan’s show. “We good. I’m about to go on Rogan’s show one of these days here pretty soon. That’ll be fun,” Coleman said with anticipation.

This humorous anecdote not only highlights the playful nature of their friendship but also underscores the unexpected moments that can occur between even the toughest individuals. As fans eagerly await Coleman’s appearance on Rogan’s show, this story will undoubtedly add another layer of interest to their forthcoming conversation.

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