R. dos Anjos (photo) is a former lightweight champion. Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC
The Brazilian Rafael Dos Anjos has been repeatedly provoked by Colby covington, who wanted to fight the former lightweight champion in his welterweight debut. However, RDA ended up signing to face Tarec saffiedine at UFC Singapore. But Covington, who faces Dong Hyun Kim in the same event, continued to mock Dos Anjos, who responded in kind.
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At a press conference held in Singapore this week, the two were close to each other at the interview table and Covington took the opportunity to poke at the Brazilian, saying that the partnership between USADA and the UFC had “changed MMA” for Dos Anjos. RDA responded, saying that he thought Covington fought in Bellator, known for being the second biggest event in the world, behind Ultimate.
"I have nothing to say. I'm a former lightweight champion. I thought this gentleman was a Bellator fighter when he started attacking me on social media. I didn't even know who he was. And I think this new generation of MMA fighters is trying to get attention by talking. There is only one Conor McGregor. You have to be authentic, you can't try to copy other people. Be yourself”, commented Rafael.
Despite not yet being known to the general public, Covington is considered one of the biggest prospects in the welterweight division. The American had a successful wrestling career at the university level and, in the UFC, has six wins and one loss. The only setback was for the Brazilian Warlley alves. He comes from three consecutive victories and could enter the rankings if he wins over Kim.
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