With fight confirmed against Makhachev, Dos Anjos confirms 'last run for the belt'

R. Dos Anjos in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction Facebook ufc

Great representative of Brazilian MMA, Rafael dos Anjos shows feet on the ground when dealing with his name in relation to a title fight in Ultimate. Former lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg.) in the company, the athlete, who has a commitment scheduled against Islam makhachev No. UFC 267, admitted to making his ‘last run for the company’s title’. The athlete justified physical and mental exhaustion as determining factors for his statement.

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“I think I've reached a point in my career where I've been through everything. There are 43 fights. I've had ups and downs and I think that, to be a fighter, you need to be in a good mental state. Being in the mood, wanting to, and I think there is nothing better than a change of scenery, of country. It will be a new beginning (…). I’m sure this is my last run for the belt”, said the former champion, in an interview with ‘Combate’.

A professional in MMA since 2004, Rafael assumes that his ‘mileage’ in the sport can influence future decisions in his career. For the combatant, the wear and tear on the body over years of disputes can determine his position. The Brazilian, however, says he is motivated to return to the top of the lightweight division.

“Not that I have another year or two left in my career, but I don't know if I'll have the physical and mental health to have another run for the belt after this. I moved up in weight, fought for the belt in the top category (welterweight, up to 77kg), now I'm back to lightweight. I'm in this rush, in this role, in this focus, and I think I have everything to achieve. With focus and willpower, which I have in spades, this is my last race for the belt, but I'm firm in this race”, he concluded.

On October 30th, RDA will have one of the main fights on the card led by Jan Blachowicz e Glover Teixeira, who are competing for the light heavyweight title (up to 93kg.). If you surpass the pupil of Khabib Nurmagomedov, the Niteroi native will reach the top 5 of the lightweight divisions and will place himself in a prominent position for a future fight for the throne.