Cris Cyborg will compete against Paulina Cardona for the vacant Women's International Boxing Association super welterweight championship in Curitiba, Brazil. With a perfect 7-0 boxing record, Cyborg seeks her first boxing title, which has been held by legends like Laila Ali and Holly Holm. As she approaches 41, Cyborg reflects on her two-decade career in combat sports, expressing gratitude for her journey and acknowledging her growth as a fighter. She emphasizes her dedication to training and improvement throughout her career.
""This belt will be special if I win it, God willing. It's the belt that Laila Ali, Holly Holm and Amanda Serrano have held. They are legends of the sport.""
""I feel a lot of gratitude. I never stopped training and never underestimated anyone. I always gave my best. I'm always dedicated to training, always believing, always improving.""
""I'm happy, although my dream wasn't to be a fighter. I played handball. I wanted to live in Europe and play handball, but God had another purpose in my life.""
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