Overview
- The retired bantamweight greats sat down on Cruz's Love & War podcast to reflect on a feud that stretched nearly a decade.
- Faber said he enjoyed having an enemy, credited Cruz’s championship mindset, and emphasized longstanding respect.
- Cruz disclosed that an unstable upbringing with an absent, addicted father shaped his defensive persona and competitive edge.
- Their series began with Faber’s 98-second submission at WEC 26 in 2007, followed by Cruz’s two unanimous decision wins at UFC 132 and UFC 199 after a 13-fight streak.
- Faber now focuses on coaching future contenders, while Cruz retired earlier this year and continues as a UFC color commentator.