NEW YORK — Al Iaquinta and Kevin Lee have had a lot to say to each other and about each other, almost going all the way back to their first fight in 2014.
Now, the two top lightweights are set to fight again in the main event of UFC on FOX 31 on Dec. 15 in Milwaukee and the talk has nearly ceased. Things have gotten conspicuously quiet, and according to Iaquinta, that might have a bit to do with some mutual respect despite some of the barbs previously exchanged.
Iaquinta was supposed to fight Justin Gaethje back in August, but withdrew due to injuries and other issues with the UFC.