Cortes-Acosta targets Lewis or Tuivasa after victory

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Waldo Cortes-Acosta, a rising heavyweight in the UFC, called out Derrick Lewis and Tai Tuivasa after his knockout victory over Ryan Spann at UFC Fight Night 254. This win marks his fourth consecutive victory and improves his UFC record to 6-1. Cortes-Acosta believes the win will enhance his ranking, despite Spann's recent move from light heavyweight. He expressed confidence in his training and readiness to face tougher opponents. Looking ahead, Cortes-Acosta aims to fight twice more in 2025, targeting high-profile matchups to position himself for a title shot in 2026.


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