A. Sterling has been UFC champion since March 2021. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Bantamweight champion (up to 61,2kg.), aljamain sterling achieved the biggest victory of his career by keeping the belt against Petr yan No. UFC 274 from last month. Sovereign in the category, the North American had his work recognized in a parade in his hometown, Nassau City, last Monday (23).
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“I am truly honored that Nassau County is holding a 'Welcome Rally' for me in my hometown. I will be recognized in Uniondale High School (school he studied in the past) for my achievements in the UFC as world champion”, wrote Sterling on his social networks.
Without the presence of the UFC belt, aljamain sterling he had reinforced security and arrived to the applause of the population in an open car parade at the school where he studied, in addition to receiving a special decoration from the local government.
Sterling and Yan fought a balanced dispute, which was decided in detail. At the end of 15 minutes, the North American unified the bantamweight belt by emerging victorious in a tight split decision from the judges. Now, he has been linked to possible fights against José Aldo e TJ Dillashaw by the title.
At 32 years old, Aljamain maintains a streak of seven consecutive victories. Professional since 2011, the 'radio master', as he is known, has a record of 21 positive results and three negative results in his career in professional MMA.
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