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15th Jan 2015

VIDEO: Donald Cerrone’s pre-fight ritual has us as pumped as pumped could be

OK, we're well into this!

Darragh Murphy

Donald Cerrone v Benson Henderson III didn’t need any more selling but this clip of “Cowboy” explaining how he deals with his pre-fight jitters has made the bout unmissable.

The lightweight warrior opens up about the moment that the event goes live which triggers his transformation from Donald Cerrone into “Cowboy” .

The 26-6-1NC fighter also discusses the adrenaline dump that he experiences as he attempts to warm up and his annoyance at his coaches reassuring him over and over.

The Greg Jackson product, whose upcoming fight occurs just 15 days after his latest victory, brings us on his emotional journey from fear to confidence which takes place as he makes his way from backstage to the octagon.

It’s bloody intense and truly makes you appreciate what these professionals go through for our entertainment.