The next fight was the one many had been waiting for.
The atmosphere inside the arena shifted, something heavier. Chants and cheers grew louder, flags waved, and banners hung proudly in the stands, but beneath it all was a buzz of tension.
Damon Cross vs. Enton Malikin.
Two of the most disciplined, dangerous middleweights to ever set foot in a cage.
And now, they stood on opposite sides of the world's grandest stage.
Damon's journey was as much about proving something to himself as it was about titles. From his amateur days, clawing his way up, to The Supreme Fighter tournament where the world first took notice.
His story had resonated with fans everywhere. He fought with purpose, with precision, and with a chip on his shoulder no one could quite define.
And now, he stood on the verge of becoming the World MMA Middleweight Champion.
His first ever championship.
Enton Malikin wasn't interested in stories.