Anthony Smith has taken pride in his activity during his UFC career, but this time he thought better of it. Just days after scoring a first-round submission win to upset previously undefeated Vitor Petrino on Saturday at UFC 301 , Smith (38-19 MMA, 13-9 UFC) revealed that matchmakers presented him with another offer to step back in the octagon “soon.” During many stages of his career, Smith would’ve jumped all over the return. But at 35 and at a precious moment in terms of trying to make another – and perhaps final – run at the title belt, Smith said it wouldn’t be wise. “I already got another fight offer, and it’s too quick of a turnaround,” Smith said on the “Believe You Me” podcast with Michael Bisping
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Anthony Smith explains why he declined new fight offer immediately after UFC 301 win – MMA Junkie