In part two of Aiemann Zahabi for Canada, the Quebec native discusses how he went from thinking he was unbeatable, to rock bottom in an instant.
This episode delves into MMA being banned in Canada, his early days with his now wife living in the gym basement and a struggle to make early fights.
His November 2017 defeat to Ricardo Ramos inside the iconic Madison Square Garden on the bill of Michael Bisping vs Georges St. Pierre sent him to rock bottom, almost.
A unanimous points defeat to Vince Morales 18 months later had Aiemann and those closest to him questioning his future in the sport.
Check back for part three to discover just how Zahabi battled back from the brink, to today preparing to face “Suga” Sean O’Malley as part of UFC Freedom 250 inside the White House.
Zahabi Stats:
Record: 12-2-0 (W-L-D)
Weight Class: Bantamweight
Last Fight: Marlon Vera (Split Decision Win)
Stance: Orthodox