It has not been an easy ride for bantamweight veteran Raphael Assuncao lately. Not only did the Brazilian lose his last three outings, but he also reveals to have been dealing with mental issues throughout those times. Now paired up against prospect Ricky Simon at UFC Vegas 45, the 39-year-old claims to be feeling healthier and more motivated to win.
In an interview with Combate, Assuncao detailed how his mindset prevented him from winning all of his previous outings. Curiously enough, Raphael says he was able to deal with the issue without seeking any professional help and trusts he will not feel any more mental problems against Simon on Saturday.