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He is saying that skill levels in MMA can change very quickly in a fight. Even if someone is not formally a black belt, a few strikes can make the gap between experience levels seem smaller than expected.
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About Curtis Blaydes
American professional mixed martial artist
Curtis Blaydes is an American professional mixed martial artist who has competed since 2014. He fights in the heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship and previously competed in the Resurrection Fighting Alliance. Blaydes is known for his career in heavyweight mixed martial arts, with his professional run beginning in 2014. He is ranked #6 in the Meta UFC heavyweight rankings as of October 24, 2026.
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