Derrick Lewis will remain with the UFC. The fan-favorite heavyweight revealed he fought out his contract after a 33-second TKO of Marcos Rogerio de Lima on the main card of UFC 291 on July 29. Lewis (27-11 MMA, 18-9 UFC) hoped to re-sign with the UFC , and it didn’t take long for him to do so. A person with knowledge of the situation confirmed to MMA Junkie that Lewis has signed a new eight-fight deal, a term that were first reported by The Mac Life . Dana White was asked about Lewis’ status during a Power Slap 4 post-fight news conference Wednesday in Las Vegas, and heaped praise on “The Black Beast.” He turned to UFC executive Hunter Campbell, who confirmed that Lewis has indeed inked a new deal with the promotion. “Listen, I love Derrick,” White said
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Former UFC title challenger Derrick Lewis signs new eight-fight deal – MMA Junkie