After beating Gastelum, Cannonier projects UFC belt fight

J. Cannonier in a post-event press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Excited about the victory over Kelvin Gastelum in the main fight of UFC Las Vegas 34th of last Saturday (21th), Jared Cannonier already projects his future in the organization. The 'Killa Gorilla', as he is known, believes he has done enough to compete for the middleweight division title (up to 83,9kg). However, the North American reveals that he wants to maintain 'fighting rhythm' and is considering another duel.

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“It’s a title fight or one to be the next challenger. I should have fought against Costa (Paulo Borrachina), but the fight didn't happen. I really need to fight. I think that Israel adesanya e Robert whittaker They must fight until next year and I can't wait too long. So, who knows, I might have one more fight,” said Cannonier, in a post-event interview.

At 37 years old, Jared has already played in three different categories, but found himself in the middleweight division (up to 83,9kg.). Currently, the American is on a streak of four wins in his last five fights and is one of the contenders for a shot at the division title. Professional since 2011, he has a record of 14 wins – nine of which were knockouts – and five defeats in his MMA career.

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Igor Ribeiro