Brandon Royval Declines Kai Asakura UFC Fight Offer
Kai Asakura Fight Declined
Brandon Royval recently revealed his reasons for turning down a fight against Kai Asakura at UFC 305. The fighter, known as 'Raw Dawg', articulated his financial concerns and the lack of guaranteed opportunities. Royval stated, “I’m not gonna go f*cking fight some dude, not in the UFC, for not much money…”
Financial Decisions in MMA
- Royval is looking for value in fights.
- He demands competitive compensation
- Expectations of a title shot affect fight decisions
Royval's clash with Tatsuro Taira will mark his second consecutive Fight Night main event. After overcoming a previous decision loss, he remains focused on high-stakes matches.
Main Event Focus
Royval, currently the top-ranked 125-pounder, is determined to maximize his fight opportunities. He expressed interest in facing Kai Asakura should the situation align, particularly eyeing a potential showdown in Japan. Royval is enthusiastic about asserting his championship ambitions.
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