Deiveson Figueiredo in victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
It seems, Deiveson Figueiredo He wasn't 100% satisfied with his debut at bantamweight (up to 61,2kg). In an interview with the microphone of Daniel Cormier still in the octagon ufc austin, the former flyweight champion (up to 56,7kg) regretted not having put on a more lively fight for the fans but assured that he was happy in his new category, where he intends to remain for a long time.
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“I'm a little sad, because I think I didn't put on a great show that night, (the fight) should have had more striking… what do you think? I feel happy, very happy to have moved up a category. For a long time, I represented the 57kg (flyweight) category, but today, bantamweight is my category and this show was for you tonight”, said Deiveson.
Former flyweight champion and coming off four consecutive duels with the Mexican Brandon Moreno, the 'God of War' decided to abandon the severe weight cut and move up to the bantamweight division. At the ufc austin, which took place last Saturday (02), the Brazilian delivered a good performance against the experienced Rob font, number eight in the ranking, and emerged victorious in the unanimous decision of the judges. At 35 years of age, the Brazilian athlete has a record of 22 triumphs, three setbacks and one draw as a sports professional.
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