UFC contender Phil Davis taking time off to improve, plans to fight by year’s end

To the naysayers who’ve said he isn’t the future of the light-heavyweight division, Phil Davis has something to say. Did you think of that one on your own, or did you need help?

“So I’m not the best in the world,” Davis recently told MMAjunkie.com. “G…

To the naysayers who’ve said he isn’t the future of the light-heavyweight division, Phil Davis has something to say. Did you think of that one on your own, or did you need help?

“So I’m not the best in the world,” Davis recently told MMAjunkie.com. “Guess what. I will be one day.”

Less-than-stellar feedback on his most recent performance and a series of nagging injuries have prompted Davis to realign his priorities. Improving his skills is now the most important part of his career.