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In a recent interview from Las Vegas, Xiao Long reflected on his journey from the Asian regional scene and Road To UFC to finally sharing the Octagon with former bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt at UFC 326. He discussed years of inconsistent opportunities, visa and travel hurdles, and the pressure of representing Chinese MMA on a major pay-per-view card. Xiao emphasized that facing a former titleholder validates his perseverance and could dramatically raise his profile with a strong performance. The feature highlights how this matchup marks a pivotal moment in his UFC career trajectory.
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