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MMA Junkie Staff

Song Kenan: ‘Failure is not scary’ after UFC Shenzhen win

Song Kenan beat Derrick Krantz with a unanimous decision Saturday on the main card at UFC on ESPN+ 15 in Shenzhen, China.

Take a look inside the fight with Kenan, who got back in the win column in front of his home fans in China.

Result: Song Kenan def. Derrick Krantz via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Updated records: Kenan (15-5 MMA, 3-1 UFC), Krantz (24-12 MMA, 0-2 UFC)
Key stat: Although Krantz landed three takedowns, Kenan nearly doubled up on him in significant strikes.

Kenan on the fight’s key moment

“I gave my best in this fight. My opponent was very tough and skillful, as well. Both of us are exhausted, but I think it was a good fight.”

Kenan on his evolution

“I lost my last fight, but failure is not scary. As long as you can defeat your own failure, you are the best. I felt very relaxed fighting in my hometown. Audiences and fans were cheering for me out there, fueling me and making me feel supported.”

Kenan on what he wants next

“I will face anyone next, as long as I can continue to evolve.”

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