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Ediane Gomes Wants the Opportunity to Fight at Featherweight in the UFC

May 20, 2017 | Posted by Jeffrey Harris
Invicta FC 29, Invicta FC 32

MMAjunkie recently spoke to Invicta FC fighter Ediane Gomes ahead of her fight at Invicta FC 23. Below are some highlights.

Gomes on her lack of activity: “I wish I had done more up to this point. It bothers me that I haven’t had the chance to fight very often, so I haven’t been making money. I have talent, but I make no money.”

On not being booked for a while: “I was never hurt. I just wasn’t booked for a very long time. I kept asking for fights for two years. I was close to giving up. Maybe we need to have a talk about that. But I’m not in a position to make demands since I lost my last two fights. My losses were at 135 pounds. But I made it clear that I wanted to fight at 145 pounds. I know the opponents are much bigger and hit harder, but it’s where I do well.”

Gomes on a fight with Cyborg in the UFC: “I’d love the chance to fight in the UFC now that they opened up the featherweight division. The fight against Cris ‘Cyborg’ (Justino) never happened in Invicta. I’m not challenging her, per se, but I’d love it if Dana White gave me the opportunity.”

On wanting to fight more: “One of the reasons I asked to fight so frequently was because I want to make money so I can put together my own gym. I wish to teach women. I want to have my own space. Either way, I am happy and thankful for what I have. Sometime ago, I was told, ‘Never expect love from someone who doesn’t have any to give.’ So, even though it’s human nature to have expectations, I try not to ask for too much or have very high expectations from anyone. I only have to try my best. I haven’t fought in quite some time. But I can guarantee to my fans that I’ll fight with courage and all my heart.”