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Grant Dawson says he’s ‘heavier than a welterweight right now,’ wants to be ‘company man’

ABU DHABI — UFC featherweight contender Grant Dawson spoke with the media backstage on Yas Island following his unanimous decision win over Nad Narimani at UFC Fight Island 2. “KGD” explains why he wasn’t overly thrilled with his performance, why he’s not able to compete at 145 pounds right now during the uncertainty in the world, wanting to be a “company guy” by fighting at lightweight, and his list of goals.

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