Laila Ali's startling confession about her opponents is revealed by a UFC legend

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She had a 24-0 unblemished record when she resigned from the sport, and she had won a number of titles.

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The American Gangster recently discussed how he once chatted with Laila Ali during a segment on Andrew Schulz's Flagrant show.

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He claimed that 'SheBeeStining' revealed to him during the call that she regretted not participating in the Olympics.

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She was determined to show everyone that she was the best, thus doing this was what her heart desired.

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