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Despite stunning win at UFC Fresno, Brian Ortega says Frankie Edgar is deserving of next title shot

Undefeated UFC featherweight standout Brian Ortega pulled off another sensational come-from-behind submission win at UFC Fight Night 123, submitting top-four contender Cub Swanson with a vicious guillotine choke in the main event at Save Mart Center in Fresno, California.

But, despite his recent triumph and five-fight win streak, Ortega doesn’t think he’s deserving of the next title shot.

Speaking at the UFC Fresno post-fight press conference, per MMA Fighting’s Dave Meltzer, a humble Ortega said former lightweight champion Frankie Edgar deserves to challenge Max Holloway for the featherweight belt.