NATAL, Brazil – Renan Barao is targeting a summer return to action, and while he’ll wait for the UFC to officially name his next challenger, the UFC bantamweight champion has identified the man he sees as most deserving of the chance. “I think Raphael Assuncao is probably the top contender right now,” Barao told MMAjunkie. “He’s been working hard for this, and he should get his shot. He’s coming off six wins, and he’s beat many guys. He deserves this.
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Renan Barao targets summer return, sees Raphael Assuncao as most-deserving contender – MMA Junkie