Dana White mocks Belfort's request for a fight with Sonnen. Photo: YouTube/Reproduction
As soon as Chael Sonnen finished Mauricio Shogun in the main fight of UFC Fight 26, this Saturday (17), Vitor belfort He wasted no time and challenged the North American. However, when Dana White, president of the UFC, found out about the Brazilian's request, he mocked the 'Phenomenon's' desire.
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“Vitor, oh my God…Whenever a fight comes up, Vitor wants to catch this guy. I don’t even know what to say, it’s crazy, but let’s see what happens,” White said during the press conference after the event.
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When Dana was asked about Sonnen's desire to face the Brazilian, Wanderlei Silva, the leader's speech changed shape. “Wanderlei is obviously a fight that Chael wants, but we have several options. This victory over Shogun put him in a great position both among the light heavyweight and middleweight divisions,” said Dana, who criticized Sonnen's position in the official UFC rankings.
“Sonnen is behind the rankings of people he has beaten, like Yushin Okami e Michael Bisping. Chael is ninth in the middleweight rankings, behind Costa Phillippou, Luke Rockhold e Ronaldo Jacare. This ranking is made by you (journalists)”, added the leader.
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Dana White doesn't know what he's talking about. This is true Belfort has the capacity to win Sonney, yes I believe that, peace to everyone!!!!!!
VICTOR GET OUT OF THIS ARMED BOAT, THIS UFC IS BANKRUPT, THIS DANA IS GOING TO BE FUCKED, HE'S A SHIT WITH THE POWER IN HIS HANDS. IF ALL THE FIGHTERS LEAVE THIS UFC IT WILL BREAK. THINK ABOUT IT.