Close to farewell at UFC Rio, Maurício Shogun reveals how he wants to be remembered in the future

Mauritius Shogun has his last fight in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

His career is coming to an end Mauritius Shogun. Former PRIDE and UFC champion, the Brazilian has a farewell fight scheduled against Ihor Potieria No. UFC 283, in Rio de Janeiro, in an event that takes place next Saturday (21). In an interview on 'half day', which was attended by the team from SUPER FIGHTS, he reflected on his career and reveals how he wants to be remembered by MMA fans.

“I want people to see me as an example inside and outside the Octagon. We are a mirror for several people, several children, so we have to be a mirror inside and outside the Octagon. The importance of this fight is to end my career on a high note. Ihor is a guy who will come with everything, me too. So the importance is to end your career on a high note,” said Shogun.

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Still talking about his 'legacy' in martial arts, the Brazilian legend also gave 'advice' to the Shogun at the beginning of his career. He recalled his problem with injuries, but conveys a message about not giving up, despite adversity.

“I would definitely tell the youngest Shogun to never give up. My biggest challenges in the fight were injuries. Today my biggest difficulty is training with chronic injuries. I would definitely tell him to never give up. What got me where I am was persisting. I see how people give up on their dreams and that is a big mistake”, concluded the fighter.

Mauritius Shogun He is one of the biggest names in the history of MMA. Recognized for his aggressive style, the Brazilian led memorable wars in the cages and, before leaving, he had a record of 27 positive results, 13 negative results and one draw.

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