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Dos Anjos sees Mexico City as platform for title redemption

MEXICO CITY

How much of a risk is it to accept a match in the lofty altitude of Mexico City against the winner of eight consecutive fights, Tony Ferguson? For former lightweight champion Rafael Dos Anjos, this challenge presents just the opposite: the perfect opportunity.

For the Brazilian, UFC’s Fight Night in Mexico City and Tony Ferguson will be his platform toward taking back the belt that Dos Anjos has already carried.

Nothing personal against Ferguson. He just happens to be the next step.

"I do not choose fights.