Adriano Moraes says becoming a father is ‘the best thing that ever happened’

First-ranked ONE Championship flyweight MMA contender and former divisional king 'Mikinho' Adriano Moraes of Brazil is no longer fighting for just himself. The new father now places the hopes and dreams of his daughter Lila on his shoulders.

Moraes dedicates his next fight to Lila and vows to defeat longtime Filipino rival 'The King' Danny Kingad in impressive fashion.

Speaking to ONE Championship in a recent interview, Moraes talked about this incredible milestone in his life.

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'Mikinho' stated:

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"I had a lot of doubts about this issue, but of course, with time, with experience, we mature to the idea. After I got married, my wife and I evolved and decided to be parents. It’s been really good. It was the best thing that ever happened in my life."

Moraes continued:

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"It’s only been three months, but I’m doing my best. It’s been a marathon, but it’s been really nice, and I’m enjoying every moment with them. I was already defending the queen, and now I’m defending the little princess of the house."

Needless to say, there's a lot riding on Moraes next fight, which will surely have major world title implications.

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Adriano Moraes to face Danny Kingad in long-awaited rematch at ONE 169 on Prime Video

Former ONE flyweight MMA world champion 'Mikinho' Adriano Moraes of Brazil is set to face no.3-ranked contender 'The King' Danny Kingad of the Philippines in an epic rematch.

The two will clash at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug on Prime Video, which will broadcast live from the historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, November 8.

Fans in the United States and Canada can catch all the action live and absolutely free with an active Amazon Prime Video subscription. Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for all the latest news and updates surrounding the event.

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