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Yuki Sasaki

Q&A

Thoughts on opponent, Dean Lister? I think he is a perfect fighter.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started fighting at 19 because I liked martial arts.

What ranks and titles have you held? None

Do you have any heroes? None

What is your favorite technique? Submissions

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? I feel honored to fight in UFC because I believe that UFC is the origin (the beginning) of MMA.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? None