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Pic credit: MMA Fighting
How many fighters in UFC roaster are there who are as entertaining as the Black Beast, Derrick Lewis? One of the most loved fighters, Derrick Lewis took on Ilir Latifi who was making a move to heavyweight after a disappointing run at light heavyweight.
Going into the fight fans were expecting a barn burner. Although the fight could not live up to its expectations, Lewis did give some entertaining moments to the Houston fans.
Derrick Lewis is making improvements in his game and it’s very obvious from his performance tonight. Not only he was very patient in the octagon but also he pulled off some tricks from his bag, which are very impressive for a heavyweight.
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The Black Beast threw a flying knee against Latifi that shocked many fans including Joe Rogan. Although the knee did not connect properly the fans were entertained, to say the least. Apart from the flying knee, Lewis threw a couple of lightning-fast high kick which caught Latifi off guard.
Derrick Lewis flying through the air in slow motion 🤯 @Thebeast_ufc #UFC247
▶️ https://t.co/o0wWlKxpbj pic.twitter.com/kODUoaevGj
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) February 9, 2020
UFC 247 results: Mario Bautista ends the fight with a flying knee
The Black Beast goes beast mode
After Latifi controlled a major portion of the fight, Lewis hulked up in the final minutes and came at Latifi with everything he had. Though he was not able to finish the fights fans were on the edges of their seats. Lewis won the fight via decision, securing the 14th victory in the heavyweight division.
Derrick Lewis threw the kitchen sink at Ilir Latifi trying to end the fight@Thebeast_ufc #UFC247 pic.twitter.com/bXR1H7XoQ0
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) February 9, 2020
Derrick Lewis post-fight interview
Who can forget the moment when Derrick Lewis took his shorts off during his post-fight interview with Joe Rogan because his balls were hot. Well. fans were expecting a Derrick Lewis special in the interview with Joe Rogan and they got one too. Lewis invited fans to the afterparty and said:
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“Afterparty at Little Woodrow’s. I’ll let y’all buy me 5 shots. And I’m not buying y’all shit, though. Come on out.”
Derrick Lewis after party pic.twitter.com/nO3gRDZ4NL
— Jed I. Goodman (@jedigoodman) February 9, 2020
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