D. Cormier shows confidence in the evolution of one of the biggest names in the history of jiu-jitsu. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Jiu-jitsu legend, Marcus Buchecha didn't even debut in One Championship and already has the support of an important figure in the world of fights: Daniel Cormier. The former UFC light heavyweight (up to 92,9 kg) and heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg) champion is the Brazilian's teammate at the American Top Team (ATT) gym and revealed that Buchecha has everything he needs. needs to build his legacy in MMA as well.
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“Buchecha is very talented, I think he will do well. He's one of the best grapplers I've ever felt in my life and he's very strong. If he can make the transition or translate some of this grappling knowledge into takedowns, put these fights on the ground and develop his striking, he will be ready. He's (a fighter) as talented as they come. He’s motivated and wants to be really good at it,” Cormier revealed to the newspaper South China Morning Post.
Marcus Buchecha is expected to make his MMA debut in a fight scheduled for February 24 in Singapore, although there is still no agreement on who his first rival will be. At the age of 30, he won the title 13 times. International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation World Championship (IBJJF), in addition to two gold medals from the Abu Dhabi Combat Club (ADCC).
The connection between Buchecha and Cormier is not that recent. The Brazilian helped in the preparation of DC's last fight in UFC 252, which took place in August 2020, in the trilogy against Stipe Miocic. At the time, the North American ended up defeated with a unanimous decision from the judges.
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