Dodson after UFC 191: I look like a monster, I look like Dos Anjos!

No other fighter came as close as John Dodson to dethrone UFC flyweight kingpin Demetrious Johnson. When both men met for the first time in 2013, the heavy-handed Dodson managed to floor the champ two times in the first two rounds, and only lost a close decision in the end.

Not this time, though.

In the rematch at UFC 191 last Saturday, Dodson wanted to make a statement, to win decisively. Instead, he got dominated for five rounds and left the area with a battered face.

"Both of us have evolved, and we've shown that," Dodson said. "We've shown that he has more aggressive power coming at me, and he landed a lot more shots to my face. I look like a monster. I look like (Rafael) dos Anjos."

This last week has been a rollercoaster ride for the charismatic 125-pounder. Shortly after arriving in Las Vegas for fight week, he left again to welcome his first-born baby. If this life-changing experience has influenced his performance at UFC 191 or not, remains unknown. But despite two losses to the champion, Dodson promised to work his way back up to a title shot again.

"There is nothing wrong with what happened today besides Demetrious Johnson still being the champion. He's still a great fighter. I didn't win this fight, but next time I'm coming out a lot stronger and a lot harder. You guys will see me back again, with a better face looking sexier than ever."