Joker persona helps Cong 'feel the fear' in opponents
Wang Cong dismisses critics who say she she is not deserving of facing Natalia Silva for the flyweight world title at UFC 332 on Saturday.
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"It means the most powerful card, so I want to be the most powerful."
— Wang Cong , Athlete
"To be honest I was a little bit surprised but if you see the rankings, the girls ranked higher than me have either a fight booked or they have just fought."
— Wang Cong , Athlete
"I've got nothing to say right now. After my fight I think they will shut up."
— Wang Cong , Athlete
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Wang Cong dismisses critics who say she she is not deserving of facing Natalia Silva for the flyweight world title at UFC 332 on Saturday.
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