The main event of UFC on FOX 21 featured a welterweight fight between top contenders Demian Maia and Carlos Condit. The fight may have determined the next title challenger for the winner of Stephen Thompson and Tyron Woodley.
Social Media Timeline
Demian Maia getting ready to come out, throwing some punches. Probably not how he’ll win if he does:
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Carlos Condit makes the walk to the Octagon:
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Both fighters get their last minute instructions from head referee Big John McCarthy:
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An emotional Demian Maia wants a title fight
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Official Result: Demian Maia defeated Carlos Condit by Submission (RNC, Round 1, 1:52)
More About Demian Maia
Thoughts on opponent, Carlos Condit? Condit is a very tough fighter, experienced, well rounded and, most of all, a true competitor. There’s no quit in him, and he always is looking for a win.
TRAINING: Same as always on training camps. Two training sessions a day, sometimes grappling, sometimes striking, sometimes MMA, meals and rest in between, until it’s finally time to see my kids, sleep, and do it all over again the following day.
When and why did you start training for fighting? I did Judo when I was a kid, and I also did kung fu and karate when I was a teenager. After that I started training BJJ. I’ve been involved with martial arts since I was a child.
source: ufc.com
More About Carlos Condit
TRAINING: Sparring/grappling at 9:30am Mon-Fri. Strength and conditioning at 1:00 Mon-Wed-Fri. Pads and technique at 5:30.
When and why did you start training for fighting? I’ve always been interested in combat sports, and when I was 15 I decided to look for a place to train. I found the school I’m with now, and I just fell in love with the sport.
What ranks and titles have you held? Former nterim UFC welterweight champion, WEC Welterweight Champion
source: ufc.com
