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The fighter recounts two back-to-back encounters demonstrating how mental manipulation can influence the outcome of a fight. His first opponent, Marcus Davis, was notably emotional and deeply connected to his Irish heritage. Recognizing this, the fighter intentionally provoked Davis by teasing his Irish identity—wearing shirts emblazoned with "I hate Dan Hardy" and referencing familiar narratives from Davis's history. This strategy was designed to upset Davis, pushing him into an emotional state where reckless decisions become more probable.