Donald Cerrone had previously announced his move back down to lightweight. However, Cowboy’s upcoming fight will take place at 170, as the veteran gets set for a clash at welterweight with Sanchez.

In an interview released on his YouTube channel, Donald Cerrone mentioned that he disagrees with Diego Sanchez’s narrative of this fight being a collision between two legends. Cowboy clearly remembers Sanchez badmouthing him after he left Jackson Wink and reminded the latter of his ironic move.

Donald Cerrone added that he isn’t taking Diego Sanchez lightly by any means and recognizes the areas where he could be dangerous. Cowboy also mentioned that he has no problem in giving Diego the farewell fight he asked for.

When will Donald Cerrone fight Diego Sanchez in the UFC?

Donald Cerrone will reportedly step into the octagon against veteran Diego Sanchez on May 8, 2021. Cowboy’s last fight was a draw against Niko Price and the former is desperate for a win in the UFC. Cerrone has lost four of his previous five fights in the UFC, with his last win being against Al Iaquinta in 2019.

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