Fighter who offended Brazilians faces opponent who promises to avenge Brazil this Saturday at UFC Austin

T. Kelley received the 'wrath' of Brazilians after racist and xenophobic comments (Photo: Instagram)

Pivot of a controversial episode, in which offended Brazil and its population when he participated in Andrea Lee's corner, in May, Tony Kelley fight this Saturday (18). Representative of roosters (up to 61,2kg), the combatant will be an opponent of Adrian Yanez in the confrontation that closes the preliminary card. The North American takes the disaffection of part of the Tupiniquim fans to the Octagon.

Coach and teammate Andrea Lee, Kelley caused controversy when she guided her partner in the confrontation against Viviane Araujo, UFC Las Vegas 54. In a frustrated attempt to motivate the student, the combatant ended up offending the Brazilian nation.

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“They are filthy Brazilians. They will cheat. Let’s kick someone’s ass,” Kelley said at the time.

Days after the negative repercussions of his statements, Tony even stated that he did not regret the offensive words. Instead of trying to alleviate the situation with the Tupiniquim fans, the fighter chose to blame the 'cancellation culture'.

This weekend, Adrian Yanez will be responsible for trying to avenge Brazilian spectators. The combatant, who received a financial offer of Gilbert Durinho to run over Kelley guaranteed that the triumph will be 'on the house'.

New tormentor of the Tupiniquim fans, Kelley arrives for the ufc austin with the intention of extending the good moment. Today, the North American has two victories in a row. Willing to 'spoil Tony's party', Yanez wants to remain undefeated in the company. Currently, the fighter has accumulated four consecutive positive results in the company.

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