Algoz de Marreta, Rakic ​​calls the Brazilian an 'easy fight' and receives a harsh response from the Tupiniquim

T. Marreta (right) was defeated by A. Rakic ​​in the UFC 259. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook @ufc

Former challenger for the light heavyweight belt (up to 93kg.), Thiago Marreta he didn't like a statement made by his last opponent in the octagon. Brazilian executioner in UFC 259, Aleksandar rakic he called the Fluminense player an 'easy fight' and was promptly countered by his rival. On social media, the Tupiniquim criticized the Austrian and showed numbers from the confrontation, decided on points.

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“Hey, 'easy fight' because I didn't knock your ass out. I understand that when this doesn't happen it's a victory for my opponents”, said Marreta, on his account on 'Twitter'.

Beaten by the judges' unanimous decision, Thiago then released numbers from the clash. According to the publication shown by the Brazilian, Rakic ​​was only superior in the grappling fight, valuing Thiago's argument.

“Why the disrespect? What do you mean by 'easy fight'? All specialized sites gave me the advantage in striking. All you did was grab and manage. You have a short memory”, concluded the Tupiniquim.

The Brazilian's anger came after a statement made by Aleksandar to 'MMA fighting'. At the time, the Austrian stated that, having passed the former title challenger, he deserved a chance to fight for the division title, which today belongs to Jan Blachowicz.

With two consecutive victories, Rakic ​​is now number two in the ranking led by the Pole. The athlete is only behind Glover Teixeira, who must face the champion in his next commitment.

Former number one in the group, Thiago occupies fourth place. The Brazilian is going through a complicated phase within the organization, with three negative results in a row.

Hey @rakic_ufc Easy fight because I did not ko your ass! I understand that when that doesn't happen it is already a victory for my opponents!

— Thiago Marreta (@TMarretaMMA) April 4, 2021

Hey @rakic_ufc Why the disrespect? What do you mean easy fight? All the specialized sites gave me the strike count. All you did was grab and stall! You have a short memory! pic.twitter.com/l6HuzTjf7G

— Thiago Marreta (@TMarretaMMA) April 4, 2021