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Sports News of Tuesday, 27 April 2021

Source: www.sunnewsonline.com

Obaseki congratulates Usman for retaining UFC title

UFC Welterweight Champion, Kamaru Usman UFC Welterweight Champion, Kamaru Usman

The Edo State Governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki has congratulated UFC Welterweight Champion, Kamaru Usman, who hails from Edo State, for retaining the coveted title.

Usman, at the weekend, defeated his rival, Jorge Masvidal in a rematch with a vicious second-round knockout, to retain the UFC welterweight championship, putting his name on the shortlist of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world.

Obaseki, in a statement, celebrated the undisputed champion for his agility, vigour and confidence, commending him for always showcasing the indomitable Edo spirit to the world.

He said: “I congratulate our own Kamaru Usman for retaining his title as the undisputed welterweight champion of UFC. The ‘Nigerian Nightmare’ once again shines brightly as an Edo Star, showcasing the indomitable Edo spirit to the world."