Filed under: News , UFC , Videos WINNIPEG – John Makdessi wears his emotions on his sleeve, as was evident in his post-fight outburst toward Abel Trujillo following his victory at UFC on FOX 26. Makdessi (15-6 MMA, 8-6 UFC) told Trujillo (15-8 MMA, 6-4 UFC) to show respect after his opponent initially refused to embrace after their three-round lightweight fight, which Makdessi won by unanimous decision on Saturday’s card at Bell MTS Place in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. After the fight, Makdessi explained exactly why he was frustrated with the situation, simply chalking it up to the need to “let go of some steam.” “I’m an emotional guy,” Makdessi told reporters. “I do things with my heart. I’ve been doing martial arts since age 6
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UFC on FOX 26 winner John Makdessi seeks ‘inner peace’ after years of uncertainty – MMA Junkie