These UFC legends are known for their remarkable careers and impressive records. However, not many people know that some of these legends had experienced defeat before entering the UFC. In this blog post, we will explore the stories of UFC Legends with 1 Loss Before Joining UFC.
Alex Pereira
Alex Pereira, a renowned kickboxer, faced his first MMA fight against Quemuel Ottoni. Despite his experience in kickboxing, Pereira couldn’t match Ottoni’s grappling skills and suffered a loss via submission (rear naked choke).
Francis Ngannou
In his second MMA fight, Francis Ngannou encountered Zoumana Cisse. Although Ngannou managed to drop his opponent in the second round, it wasn’t enough to secure the victory, and he lost via unanimous decision.
Leon Edwards
Leon Edwards faced Delroy McDowell in his third MMA fight. The fight was going well, but an illegal knee from Edwards led to his disqualification.
Kamaru Usman
Kamaru Usman, who later became the UFC welterweight champion, suffered a loss in his second MMA fight against Jose Caceres. Caceres, a well-rounded fighter, defeated Usman convincingly via submission (rear naked choke). Interestingly, Caceres went on to face another UFC fighter, Colby Covington, although he lost the fight with colby.
Alexander Volkanovski
Alexander Volkanovski’s defeat came against Corey Nelson during the Australian Fighting Championship 5 in Melbourne. Nelson, who currently works as a crane operator, defeated Volkanovski via TKO in the third round. This loss didn’t deter Volkanovski, as he went on to achieve great success in the UFC.
Yoel Romero
Known for his toughness, Yoel Romero faced Rafael Cavalcante in his fifth MMA bout. Unfortunately, Romero was knocked out by Cavalcante, showcasing the Brazilian fighter’s skills and power.
Jose Aldo
Jose Aldo, a UFC legend in the featherweight division, experienced a loss against Luciano Azevedo in his eighth MMA fight. Azevedo’s grappling skills were on full display as he secured a victory via submission (rear naked choke) against Aldo.
These UFC legends had to overcome defeat early in their careers before making their mark in the UFC. Their losses served as learning experiences and fueled their determination to become legends in the sport.
Remember, in the world of MMA, even the greatest fighters face setbacks. It’s their resilience and dedication that set them apart and make their journeys all the more inspiring.
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