Muhammad Ali passed away in 2016. Photo: John Rooney/AP.
Despite the victory over Josh Emmett in the main fight of ufc vegas 105, Lerone murphy did not please all fans with his performance. After the duel, the British fighter, who maintained his undefeated record, was criticized for avoiding direct confrontation with his rival and even accused of 'running away' from the fight. His response came through social media.
In a post on 'X', Lerone murphy hit back at the criticism and highlighted that his approach was intelligent and technical. According to the British fighter, he hurt Emmett on several occasions and avoided exchanging direct blows with an opponent known for his knockout power, preferring to use his intelligence and evasive style — a reference to the famous motto of boxing legend Muhammad Ali.
“Real MMA fans will appreciate the technique in this fight. This is fight IQ. Punishing elbows at close range, kicks to the body, clean footwork. I hurt him a few times. Why would I stay close with a power puncher? Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee, baby,” Murphy wrote.
Clinic! Real MMA fans will appreciate the technicality of that fight. That's fight IQ. Punishing elbows in close, body kicks, neat footwork. Had him hurt a few times. Why would I stay in the pocket with a power puncher. Float like a butterfly sting like a baby
— LERONE MURPHY (@LeroneMurphy) April 6, 2025
Lerone Murphy defeated Josh Emmett by unanimous decision at UFC Vegas 105
Lerone murphy x Josh Emmett - ufc vegas 105. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC Europe
With this victory, Lerone murphy extended his undefeated record to 16 wins. The Englishman has one draw on record, which occurred in his UFC debut with Zubaira Tukhugov. From then on, a sequence of eight successes.
Yes, Josh Emmett endured the sting of defeat for the fifth time in his career. In the UFC since 2016, the American has 19 victories recorded throughout his career.
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