When UFC lightweight Grant Dawson steps into the Octagon at UFC 328 this Saturday, he'll be looking to channel a very different kind of hero—one who doesn't pull his punches.

The 23-3-1 contender, who faces Mateusz Rebecki in Newark, recently sat down with MMA Fighting's José Youngs to talk about his deep love for the Batman: Under the Red Hood storyline and his particular admiration for Jason Todd, the second Robin who takes a much darker path. And it turns out, Dawson has some serious issues with the Caped Crusader's famous "no killing" rule.

"It's just frustrating," Dawson explained, questioning why a vigilante with Batman's resources would constantly let his worst enemies escape to harm again. His passion for the character runs so deep that he even named one of his walkout songs "Arkham," a clear nod to Gotham's infamous asylum.

For Dawson, the Red Hood's philosophy—taking decisive, permanent action against evil—resonates more with his fighter's mindset. It's a fitting perspective for a man who makes his living in the unforgiving world of professional MMA, where hesitation can cost you everything.

After a setback against Manuel Torres at UFC 323 in December, "KGD" is hungry to get back on track. He had been riding an impressive three-fight winning streak, taking down Diego Ferreira, Rafa Garcia, and Joe Solecki before that loss. A win over Rebecki would not only silence doubters but prove that Dawson's approach—both in and out of the cage—is built to last.

Whether you're Team Batman or Team Red Hood, one thing is clear: Grant Dawson fights with conviction, and he's not afraid to question even the most sacred rules of engagement.