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The 5 Toughest Opponents I've Faced

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Frankie Edgar

Frankie Edgar

UFC

Mar 3, 2018

UFC legend Frankie (aka The Answer) Edgar sat down with The Players’ Tribune to name the five toughest opponents he’s ever faced.

The featherweight also discussed a few of the most controversial calls from his 27 career fights, the hardest hit he’s ever taken and the kick that took off a piece of his ear.



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