While trash-talking adds some entertainment value and excitement to a fight, it is refreshing to see some friendly back-and-forth between competitors. Especially if it comes from beloved big boys like Derrick Lewis and Tai Tuivasa.
The two heavyweight hard-hitters will co-headline UFC 271 this weekend in Houston, and there’s been nothing but respect between both men. During his pre-fight media scrum on Wednesday, Tuivasa even said he was willing to do a “cuppy” on Lewis’ groin guard, should he emerge victoriously.
“Well, he can throw it to me when I win, and I’ll do a cuppy out of his ball guard, then.