MMA is often seen as a young man’s sport, and for good reason. When your daily job is to face another highly trained athlete in the octagon, you want every advantage on your side. Yet, former UFC 205-pound king Jan Blachowicz defies that norm. At 42 years old, the Polish powerhouse has already secured his place among the sport’s legends. Still, the effects of age are becoming apparent as Blachowicz returns to the Octagon after suffering two consecutive losses.

Ahead of his fight against Bogdan Guskov at the T-Mobile Arena, it’s worth exploring Blachowicz’s roots and background. The light heavyweight star has risen to international fame and enjoys a huge fan following on social media. After overcoming challenges early in his UFC career and silencing his doubters, he went on to capture the

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