UFC came up with a unique concept with its ‘Road to UFC’ series. The tournament-style event will have fighters from Asia competing against each other to get a contract with the company. Thirty-two fighters from various nations are already competing as Dana White’s promotion touches down in Singapore for their first-ever numbered PPV, UFC 275 in South East Asia.
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One fighter, Top Noi Kiwram competing on Friday’s show at ‘Road to UFC’, made headlines with his win but chiefly with a shocking revelation in the post-fight interview.
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When a media member asked Kiwram for confirmation about the broadcast suggesting he smoked before the fight, the 29-year-old said, “Yes, sure; Every day, bro.”
And when another media member asked about his plans after the win, he said, “Now, I have a cigarette with coach.”
Earlier, the Thai fighter secured a unanimous decision victory against Yuma Horiuchi. The Ex Rizin star escaped some key positions and took over the bout with his Muay Thai.
Top Noi Kiwram has 𝐍𝐎 interest in this fight going to the ground 👊
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Not only does the fighter show his overall MMA game, but also showboated and had antics that could make him an instant star in the promotion if he secures a contract.
The Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA standout understands his striking game is flawless. Thus, he could hang with any striker in the world, but he needs to sharpen his ground game.
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Kiwram, 8-3, expressed it’s his dream to compete in the American promotion, and with a performance like this and the post-fight hype adding the eyeballs, his stars look bright.
When Nate Diaz fired a blunt during a UFC open work session
Fighters rarely smoke on official UFC duties. However, Stockton’s own Nate Diaz is always an exception while following the promotion’s rule set.
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The fan-favorite showed why he’s such a draw when he fired a blunt during his open workout session ahead of the Anthony Pettis bout at UFC 241. The crowd in attendance went crazy watching Diaz have some fun on stage.
Even before this, Diaz on the live broadcast has lit a joint and posed with it. Both Diaz brothers have been a popular entity amongst the fans for keeping it real with fans. Thus, they love these Stockton’s martial artists for anything they do.
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