Like any mixed martial artist just beginning his pro career, Nick Newell has big dreams.
He wants to go as far as his mind can imagine, win a few belts, make some nice paydays, fight in a big promotion like DREAM, Strikeforce, even the UFC.
But Newell won’t only have to overcome opponents to get there; he’ll have to overcome a physical disability. The 23-year-old lightweight fighter, who will be making his pro debut this Saturday at a Cage Fighting Xtreme show in Plymouth, Mass., was born without a left hand. His arm ends just below the elbow.
“That’s every fighter’s goal, you know? To fight for the UFC,” he said. “I think it’d be great. Regardless of whether I have a disability or not, I always want to win and be the best.”
