It has been more than a year since Thiago Santos came within one judges’ decision of capturing the UFC light heavyweight title at UFC 239 against Jon Jones.During the bout, Santos suffered a torn left LCL, PCL, MCL, meniscus and a cracked tibia along with a partially torn right ACL.The long road back finally culminates in Saturday’s Fight Night main event bout against fellow former title challenger in Glover Teixeira.“Everything was difficult, not only physically, but mentally,” Santos told TSN.
“I have all the respect for him and I’m happy to get to fight him. He’s a legend and a good guy, a tough guy. I’m sure it’s going to be a great fight.”Santos has gone back to watch his split decision loss to Jones a few times and though there are many people that believe he won, the Brazilian has seen the result both ways.