With a fight this Saturday, Cerrone admits annoyance with Dana after boss suggests retirement

D. Cerrone hasn't won in five appearances with UFC gloves. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

One of the most charismatic athletes in the history of Ultimate, Donald Cerrone does not hide his dissatisfaction when it comes to 'retirement'. Close to commitment against alex morono, which takes place this Saturday (8), at UFC Las Vegas 26, the veteran admitted to having gotten upset with his boss, Dana White, when the boss suggested that 'Cowboy' hang up his gloves, after a series of failures in the octagon. In an interview with 'half day', the athlete spoke about the subject.

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“It (suggesting retirement) hurts, of course. We will act slower this year and, I don't know. I'm getting old, I know that. I need to slow my frequency down a bit for sure. But I’m ready,” said the veteran.

Former challenger for the lightweight belt (up to 70,3 kg) in the organization, Donald, today, is experiencing an unprecedented moment in his career. Known for always delivering 'wars' in the company, the North American hasn't won in five fights, with his last positive result occurring in May 2019.

This weekend, Cerrone will not have the opponent chosen by the organization, initially. The athlete would face the also veteran Diego Sanchez. However, days before the show, the TUF winner (The Ultimate Fighter) 1 had problems with the organization and ended up leaving the company before he could fight what would be his farewell fight.

At 38 years old, 'Cowboy' is heading towards his 54th appearance in his MMA career. Professional in the sport since 2006, the North American currently has 36 wins, 15 losses and two 'no result' fights.

Sanchez's replacement, Morono, 30, has 26 commitments. The athlete has 18 triumphs, seven setbacks and oneI didn't answer'.