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Joseph Benavidez reflects on loss at UFC 259: ‘I thought I could avoid that inevitable disappointment’

Joseph Benavidez has reflected on his loss at UFC 259 and what it could mean for his future in fighting. The four-time flyweight title challenger was defeated by Askar Askarov via unanimous decision, which was his third straight loss following two failed title bids against current champion Deiveson Figueiredo.

Speaking with his wife and UFC broadcaster Megan Olivi on their podcast, “At Home with Benalivi” on Wednesday, Benavidez was honest about how he has been feeling a bit differently prior to and during some of his most recent fights.

“It’s a little different, but it’s one of those things,” said Benavidez.