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Pedro Munhoz ‘happy’ to fight another ex-champ in Dominick Cruz: ‘He has all my respect’

Bantamweight Pedro Munhoz is no stranger to high-level competition in the Octagon.

Having already fought three former UFC champions, the Brazilian is now paired up against another one for his bout against Dominick Cruz at UFC 269. Flattered by the match-ups ‘Pedrinho’ shows respect and gratitude ahead of fight night.

In an interview with Ag Fight, Munhoz praised Cruz’s footwork and wrestling, but thinks he knows how to stop the ‘Dominator.’ Much like he did against former champion Cody Garbrandt, Pedro believes that shortening the distance and believing in his knockout power might pay off against Dominick.