The American MMA fighter Derrick Lewis currently sits 7th in the UFC heavyweight rankings. ‘The Black Beast’ is looking to bounce back from his back-to-back losses in recent fights. In addition, he is facing Sergey Spivak in his next fight at UFC Fight Night 218 on 4th February.

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Despite his fierce reputation as ‘The Black Beast,’ he has a softer side that his fans may not be aware of. His softer side was on display when he and his wife gave an interview, where the couple also talked about how they met. In addition, the story of their meeting was a unique and funny one. One which showcased their sense of humor and the connection they share.

It’s not every day that fans get to see a different side of a professional fighter. However, his story is a reminder that even the toughest fighters have a personal life and a softer side to them. The interview with his wife provides a glimpse into his personal life. In addition, it’s clear that he is a loving and devoted husband. As he prepares for his next fight, fans will be cheering him on, knowing that there’s more to him than just ‘The Black Beast.’

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From ‘He’s so weird’ to ‘I Do’: The Quirky Love Story of Derrick Lewis and April

The UFC heavyweight has shared the story of how he met his wife April. He met her through one of his cousins, Kendrick, years ago. Kendrick introduced them and they initially talked on the phone.

In the interview, April also shared her perspective on their first meeting, she said, “When I first talked with Derrick on the phone, he’s so weird. He told me to look at his Myspace picture. He was just telling me, he was like I’m really black, I said okay.”

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The next day he just showed up at my house. I didn’t tell him where I live so yeah,” she further added.

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It is clear that the couple’s relationship started in a unique and funny way, and it is great to see they have found their happily ever after. They both shared their thoughts on how they met which is pretty interesting and gives a glimpse of how they connect with each other.

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A Winning Team: Lewis and his Partner’s Unbreakable Bond

Derrick Lewis, a professional mixed martial artist, has described how him and his partner are a team. He said, “Whenever I was going there, going in these fights, you know. I believe it’s us as a team. She’s my ride-or-die. We’ve been through hell together and came back everything’s good now.

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It is clear that Derrick Lewis and his partner have a strong bond and support each other through everything. He acknowledges that his partner is his ride-or-die and that they have been through tough times together and came out stronger.

The two of them make a great team and their partnership is a testament to the strength of their relationship.

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Himakshu Vyas is a Combat Sports author at Essentiallysports. He is passionate about sports, with soccer and MMA being the sports he is most involved in. Aside from that, he follows the global soccer scene. He is a die-hard Manchester United supporter for over a decade. Himakshu loves to play soccer with his friends a few times a week and indulges in MMA training daily to stay fit. This has helped him gain the perspective of a participant in the sports world. He is a huge fan of the first UFC two-division champion 'The Notorious' Connor McGregor and Jon Jones. He respects and looks up to MMA athletes, as he believes the world of MMA is teeming with disciplinarians and athletes who devote their lives to achieving a god-like physique to compete at the highest level. Apart from sports, he loves to travel and cook. He likes to explore different cuisines on the road and creates his own version of the recipes.

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