While no could have predicted a knockout inside thirty seconds, Edgar’s meritorious response to Sandhagen’s performance is far from surprising, given the UFC veteran’s well-established character.
“Yeah, he’s obviously got a lot of skill. He’s given himself a nice resume so far,” a resume that Edgar says he’ll be a “permanent highlight” on. “I do think he’ll be fighting for the title soon, maybe one more fight and then the title. I have nothing bad to say about any opponents. Cory just went in there and did what he was trying to do, and he got the job done.”
Given the tumultuous state of the UFC bantamweight division, it’s pretty clear that anything can happen at any moment, and Edgar plans to be a part of it for as long as his career will allow.
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“I think 135 is the division for me. The weight cut is really not that bad; the only thing it does is make me be a little more disciplined during my camps, and that’s a good thing,” the former lightweight and featherweight said. “Size wise, I feel more comfortable here. Fighting these guys at 145, 155… I feel like these guys are just getting bigger and bigger. 135 is where I think I’ll finish it out.”
While retirement isn’t on the visible horizon for Edgar, it is a question he’s been asked a handful of times, especially following this recent defeat. His response?
