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Curtis Blaydes addressed his feelings about opponent Josh Hewett following their bout, stating that despite disliking Hewett's personality and pre-fight antics, he respects him as a fighter. Blaydes explained it would be insincere and hypocritical to dismiss Hewett's abilities after facing him in the Octagon. He emphasized that while he may not appreciate Hewett's behavior outside the cage, he cannot deny respect for someone willing to stand across from him with gloves on. Blaydes acknowledged that respect inside the cage is separate from personal opinions about conduct.
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