History was made this past weekend when Nigerian fighter Kamaru Usman became the first African-born UFC champion.
Kamarudeen Usman, known as the ‘Nigerian nightmare’ is known for his tough talk and skills in the ring that have earned his great prestige within his category.
Born in Edo-state Nigeria, Usman competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, UFC, and he’s the current ultimate fighter in his category, the welterweight division according to a report by The Cable.
Currently, on a 10-fight winning run, the Naija fighter is keen to prove he is a winner claiming his most recent win against Tyron Woodley after a vicious 5 rounds in the ring. Competing with the best, the Nigerian Nightmare did not stand down at the Las Vegas match held this weekend (3.03.2019).
Speaking at the post-match press conference, Kamaru spoke about what inspired him to go for the win.
The 31-year-old Nigerian born former wrestler said, ” I always envisioned the win, not for me or my family and not just for the continent of Africa but for everyone across the world that come from humble beginnings, that do not know where their meal is going to come from, don’t know where their next meal is come from…this was for everybody”
According to the BBC, Usman, a former winner of the Ultimate Fighter TV show, began wrestling at a high school in Texas and was a top prospect throughout college.
Speaking about his fighting career before joining UFC he said, “It was kind of time to make a switch and not just be a wrestler anymore, but to be a fighter and to go and make a living for not just myself but my family as well,” he told Sportsworld.”