Rafael Natal: Student, Teacher, Fighter

The last time Rafael Natal put on gloves and fought in his native Brazil, he lost for the first time in his pro MMA career to Eduardo Telles in July of 2008. It may have been the best thing that ever happened to him.Nearly five years later, the 30-year…

The last time Rafael Natal put on gloves and fought in his native Brazil, he lost for the first time in his pro MMA career to Eduardo Telles in July of 2008. It may have been the best thing that ever happened to him.Nearly five years later, the 30-year-old Natal returns to his home country not as a prospect with potential, but as a UFC fighter on the verge of entering the top ten at 185 pounds should he continue having the success that has led him to wins in three of his last four fights. But his main card bout against Joao Zeferino this Saturday in Jaragua do Sul may not be happening if not f … Read the Full Article Here