Make no mistake about it: Paul Felder had one of those nights Saturday that proved a fighter can win even when his opponent is the one who gets his hand raised. Felder (17-6 MMA, 9-6 UFC) met former UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos on just five days’ notice in the main event of UFC Fight Night 182 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. RDA displayed the former version of himself that once made him the world’s top 155 pounder in earning a decision victory over Felder on scores of 47-48, 50-45, and 50-45 . But Felder put in a valiant effort in defeat, making the bout compelling enough to earn “Fight of the Night” honors. Then he went out and put in one of the most fiery MMA interviews you’ll ever see with Michael Bisping during the ESPN+ post-fight show. Related Rafael dos Anjos calls for fight with Conor McGregor, who says he's 'in for sure' after UFC Fight Night 182 Paul Felder reinvigorated by UFC Fight Night 182 loss to Rafael dos Anjos: 'I'm not going anywhere' That’s already the type of thing that will raise your stock with your fans
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