American gloves have their first share after the second consecutive defeat in 2020 at UFC 256.
UFC 256 is the sad ending in 2020 with Tony Ferguson, who continues to lose to an underrated opponent – Charle Oliveira in a 3-half match.
Here, Tony was unable to show any dominance, from standing-by to locking. “Mr. Koo” actually lost, losing completely to a puncher who didn’t get as much attention as Oliveira.
After this defeat, many people discussed the skill, the reason for the loss as well as the future of Tony Ferguson. And boxers born in 1984 also spoke about the results for the first time.
“Teammates, there’s no need for any excuses. I’m relieved. I step onto the floor and take all the hits instead of defending them. The preparation time for the UFC is completely different from when COVID happens.” – Tony opened with a message to his teammates.
“But without any excuses, everyone changed over time, from hotel stay to UFC Apex, everything was at a higher level of stress than we could have achieved. “
“After the match, we were checked by the doctors before going back to the hotel. I still felt like training with the goal a little more, because the feeling of the match still lingered in my mind and blood. I need to find out the problem of this match, the solution to the pre-match preparation process. “
The second consecutive defeat caused Tony to reevaluate himself.
Speaking of his performance against Oliveira, Tony Ferguson admits Oliveira is a very good pressure opponent, which has completely blocked his efforts.
“Chuck (as Charles Oliveira informally) tries to catch my back as we both pull on the floor. I’m not worried about being mounted because both of us are quite good. I try to find knockdown opportunities. and perform D’Arce’s clash while lying down. “
“It’s nice to play against such a high pressure fighter, but remember my words, this scenario will never come out again.” – Tony commented before talking about the bend in the second half. “My arm was fine, the swing was really tight, my strong mentality helped me get through that situation.”
According to Dana White president, Tony Ferguson will not have to worry about contract cuts to the tournament – what is happening to boxers with a series of consecutive defeats.
However, with 2 failures in 2020, all have realized: Tony Ferguson is not really immortal like 12 consecutive wins before. He can be knocked out, can be overwhelmed to the limit, and give in.
With the 36-year-old boxer, the chances of next year’s title race are over, but this must be essential when Tony should take the time to change his style, to get back stronger before the wave of emerging punches of the same weight class.
