The rivalry between R. Rousey (left) and C. Cyborg (right) never 'entered' the octagon. Photo: SL Montage
Much speculated in the past decade, the confrontation between Chris Cyborg e Ronda Rousey It has always touched the imagination of MMA fans, however, it never got off the ground. But, according to the Brazilian fighter, the duel did not happen due to lack of interest from the UFC, an organization in which the two were champions simultaneously, in different categories. The statement was made in an interview with 'MMA Fighting'.
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“In the beginning, when (I signed with the UFC), I think they knew it was something I wanted to sign with them. But now, stopping and thinking about it, I think that was never the goal. I don't think it was ever the goal to make this fight happen. Because they had the opportunity, they had the opportunity to make this fight. Maybe they were protecting her, maybe she didn't want to fight, and you can't force her, but I don't think that was ever the goal,” criticized Cyborg.
The Brazilian did not hide her pain at not having a duel against Ronda and also complained about not having had the opportunity for a rematch against Ronda. Amanda nunes.
“I had a lot of things that never happened. Me and Ronda, the second fight between me and Amanda (Nunes), we never had the rematch. But these things don't change my legacy. You can't worry about things that are not in your control. There’s nothing you can do”, concluded the veteran.
UFC featherweight champion (up to 65,7kg) between 2017 and 2018, Cyborg lived throughout her Ultimate period with speculation about a possible confrontation against Rousey, then owner of the bantamweight belt (up to 61,2kg). However, despite the great desire of the fans, the confrontation was never made official.
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