Phil Davis says he understands Romero's mistake about the number of rounds in the confrontation

P. Davis receives hug from Y. Romero after victory in Bellator 266. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Executioner of Yoel romero in the main fight of Bellator 266, held this Saturday (18), Phil Davis He wasn't surprised by the unusual scene played by his opponent. In a press conference after the event, the American stated that he understands the confusion of the Cuban who was outraged upon learning that it was a three-round duel. Victorious in the show, the fighter said he understood the situation.

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“It’s what some organizations do,” Davis said, without mentioning the name of the UFC, Yoel’s former home. I always knew it would be three rounds, but I can understand it. He was used to it. Especially because of his reaction at the end: 'It's only three rounds?'” Phil said.

Although he did not hide his surprise at Bellator's rules, which, unlike Ultimate, do not promote all main fights with five rounds, Yoel was courteous at the end of the fight. Davis said the Cuban seemed to accept the defeat this weekend well.

“He is a humble guy. After the fight, he had nice things to say,” she signed off.

With the victory over Romero, Davis returned to his winning ways. Before exchanging forces against the veteran, the American had a negative result against Vadim nemkov, now light heavyweight champion (up to 93kg.).