Gregory Rodrigues was the odds on favorite heading into his first main event at UFC Vegas 102 last weekend against No. 7 ranked Jared Cannonier. He dropped Cannonier twice in the opening round but was finished early in the fourth frame.
In a statement released on social media, Rodrigues revealed that he have ‘serious issues’ following the weigh-ins and questioned whether the outcome could have been difference were he 100-percent healthy in the fight.
“It’s my birthday today, and even though it was a tough day at work, I’m grateful for everything God has done and continues to do in my life!
“Big thanks to the @ufc team for the opportunity—I’m truly honored to have shared the Octagon with the #7 in the division. Cannonier is a highly experienced fighter who taught me a lot in this fight!,” Rodrigues wrote. “I saw several details that can be improved—things that will be changed. Winning Fight of the Night was a gift for two warriors who weren’t afraid to go to battle,” Rodrigues wrote on Instagram.
“Most people don’t know this, but I had serious issues to recovery after weight cut—my body just wasn’t responding. I keep wondering how things would’ve played out if I had been at 100%,” he continued. “But no sad stories here—Robocop never dies! Time to recharge, reset the system, and upgrade, ‘cause I’m just getting started! Huge thanks for all the love, to my friends and family who always stand by my side, and to my real fans—you guys outshine the haters every time!”
Rodrigues (16-6) entered the fight riding a three-fight winning streak. Now he’ll have to regroup hope to get back in the win column in his next outing.
