"Now that the UFC is coming back to Canada more often, we've got to get more guys on the show. It's a talent-packed regional scene, and you're going to see more guys like me coming up, representing Canada,"
"It means the world to me to be able to represent my country,"
"Dana [White, UFC CEO and President] said to me 'it takes two to tango,' and I felt like my opponent was kind of trying to stall a little bit. But I knew I'd be able to find that finish."
Cody Chovancek (9-0) from Petrolia trains at Niagara Top Team and scored a knockout against Raphael Uchegbu early in the third round on Dana White's Contender Series, contributing to Canada's 3-0 start in 2025. Chovancek emphasizes the depth of the Canadian regional scene and the need to get more fighters onto UFC cards as the promotion returns to Canada more often. The bantamweight expressed pride in representing his country and confidence in securing a contract after the KO. Chovancek also enjoys fishing, shares Octagon Outdoors content, and hopes to appear on the upcoming UFC Vancouver card alongside training partners.
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