Junior Gypsy in victory over Fabricio Werdum. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter
Days after facing Fabricio Werdum in MMA without gloves, Junior Gypsy decreed the end of the rivalry with his compatriot. Victorious in the confrontation, the veteran highlighted the importance of the rematch that took place 15 years after the first meeting and explained the reason for his gratitude towards his compatriot. The statement was made in an interview with the podcast 'Trocação Franca'.
“We ended the cycle of a rivalry that was created way back when and we continue in this rivalry, even if it's a bit meaningless. (…) I have respect and admiration for them and I am grateful. Cigano became known because he fought Werdum way back when. The boom in my career came because I had the opportunity to fight a guy who was very renowned. (…) There is no more room for negativity. (…) When I started (fighting) my inspirations were him (Werdum) and (Rodrigo) Minotauro, renowned fighters, heavyweights. It inspired me to become who I became”, said Junior.
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In a fight promoted by Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA, Cigano once again got the better of his compatriot. In the challenge of former UFC champions, the Santa Catarina native was declared the winner in a split decision by the judges. In the first draw, the triumph came via knockout.
Overcome in the challenge, Fabrício had good and bad moments during the fight. After 15 minutes of competition, the gaucho left the cage with his face disfigured.
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