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Yoel Romero laments failed UFC fight with icon Anderson Silva: ‘I feel a little mad’

Perennial middleweight contender, Yoel Romero has claimed he feels “mad” he never received the chance to share the Octagon with UFC icon, Anderson Silva during their respective tenures, despite a prior call out to boot.

Romero, a stalwart challenger in the promotion, competed for undisputed and interim middleweight spoils during his memorable and destructive run.

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And since his exit back in 2020, the Cuban has competed under the umbrella of both Bellator MMA and PFL (Professional Fighters League).