Cris Cyborg reveals why he didn't challenge Ronda at UFC 198: 'This is my moment'

After victory over Leslie Smith, the Brazilian was expected to challenge her great rival, but she preferred to celebrate her triumph

CrisCyborgThe premiere of Chris Cyborg in Ultimate it was exactly as the Brazilian expected. Fighting at home at UFC 198, an event held this Saturday (14), in Curitiba, the Brazilian needed just over a minute to knock out her rival Leslie Smith.

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After the undisputed triumph, the expectation was that the Brazilian would challenge Ronda Rousey, his declared disaffection. But that's not what happened. Cyborg revealed that he didn't mention his rival, as that was 'his moment'

“I believe this moment was mine, right? A historic moment, I never imagined I would be sitting here. I think it's my moment. Talking about her now doesn't enter my mind, but they will definitely talk about (her). I let my fans choose my opponent and I just have to be well trained”, said Cyborg.

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