"The demons I had to face. I was so scared all week,"
"I was contemplating like what am I gonna do if I lose this fight? What's my backup plan? It seems like I can't get it done. Now I got to fly across the world. Kid misses weight, almost a 4-to-1 underdog, and that wasn't aggressive enough."
"I just had to break through that barrier and I'm going to get better next time. I just has to get through this. Not aggressive enough, but definitely more aggressive than usual,"
"Be active, get back in there whenever I can. I have a little suspension, but I'm going to get back in there soon as the UFC wants me. Shoutout to Mick Maynard for giving me another opportunity."
Mitch Raposo experienced significant pre-fight fear and doubt, pondering backup plans and the consequences of a loss amid travel and weight issues by his opponent. He entered the bout as nearly a 4-to-1 underdog and felt his usual aggression was insufficient, prompting a conscious effort to be more aggressive and break through a mental barrier to secure a breakthrough win. He sustained a minor right-hand injury after landing with his thumb and plans to get it healed. He faces a short suspension but intends to stay active and return to the UFC when cleared, thanking Mick Maynard for the opportunity.
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