D. Cerrone will fight against D. Sanchez in May. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
In a career of countless feats and achievements, Donald Cerrone is excited to provide the worst farewell fight possible for Diego Sanchez. The veterans' duel should take place on May 8, with no location yet defined. O 'Cowboy' says he is excited for the fight and reveals that he has trained with his opponent in the past.
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“I'm not belittling the boy (Diego Sanchez), no way. There are areas where he can be dangerous, and if I was fighting the old Diego from 10 years ago, I would be even tougher. Strong rhythm. (…), so yeah, this should be a fun standout fight for me. I've trained with the guy, so I know. He wants the fight to be his ride into the sunset (farewell), so I have no problem providing that for him,” he said. Donald Cerrone, in an interview with 'MMA fighting'.
The American is going through a delicate moment in his career with five fights without a win, four defeats and one fight without result. Thus, a possible dismissal in the future was attributed. However, he rules out the possibility and reveals plans to return to lightweight (up to 70,3kg.).
“Everyone has a fight scheduled. Yes, I wanted to fight at lightweight now. There Diego Sanchez He begged me to do his retirement fight against me. So they called me and asked and I said, 'Sure.' Even though it's a welterweight fight, it doesn't mean I'm going to get big. I’m going to treat it like a lightweight fight”, added the fighter.
Holder of the record for the highest number of victories in Ultimate, Donald Cerrone He has 54 fights in his career, which began in 2006. Currently, there are 36 triumphs, 15 setbacks, one draw and two unsuccessful fights.
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