Kennedy Nzechukwu had a great night at UFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs Fiziev. The light heavyweight fighter won his bout against Karl Roberson via TKO in round 3. This victory ended a 2 fight-losing streak for ‘The African Savage.’
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However, it was not just about ending the losing streak for Nzechukwu. In his post-fight interview, the fighter revealed why winning was so important to him.
While talking to the media after his victory, Nzechukwu detailed the importance of receiving a win bonus. The fighter revealed his mother had been battling ALS and the win bonus would help him take care of her.
The African Savage said, “So, this win means a lot to me because my mother has Lou Gehrig’s disease, ALS… it’s a muscle-debilitating disease and um, I’m her primary caregiver. So I don’t really have much of a life, just looking after her, and I’m going to church and training. So, it means a lot because of my mom.”
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While the progression of Lou Gehrig’s disease can be slowed with medicines, it has no cure. Nzechukwu touched everyone’s heart with his story and, along with that, also put up a wonderful performance in the octagon.
Kennedy Nzechukwu’s win at UFC Vegas 58
Nzechukwu proved why he is a dangerous fighter at UFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs Fiziev. The Nigerian-born fighter improved his MMA record to 10-3 by picking up a stoppage victory against a tough fighter in Karl Roberson.
In the fight, it was pretty clear he had a size advantage over his opponent. Nzechukwu made no mistake in using it as he took Roberson down at the start of every round.
For more than half the fight, Nzechukwu controlled Roberson and attempted the rear-naked choke to gain victory. However, that did not work for the fighter, who even attempted a head-and-arm-choke.
Eventually, in round 3, Nzechukwu abandoned his submission attempts and started pounding Roberson. The fighter used vicious elbows on his opponent until referee Herb Dean stopped the fight.
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This victory will help Nzechukwu gain momentum in his career. After his performance today, fans will be excited about the return of The African Savage.
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