Prochazka gives his opinion on the duel between Glover and Hill and minimizes the importance of a possible new fight with the Brazilian

J. Prochazka defeated G. Teixeira to win the light heavyweight belt (Photo: Instagram/UFC)

Executioner of Glover Teixeira in what was voted the best fight of 2022, Jiri Prochazka he feels that he does not necessarily need to face his rival again, although he guarantees that he will be ready to do so if the Brazilian is the holder of the light heavyweight belt (up to 93kg).

Jiri Prochazka, which ended Glover Teixeira in the fifth round of the main fight of UFC 275, in June, to become the organization's light heavyweight champion, he stated, in an interview with “CBS Sports”, that he accepted a rematch against the Brazilian, before getting injured and giving up the title, for reasons of ego.

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“For me, it doesn’t matter who will hold the belt. I know the title is mine and will be mine. I'm going after it. I only accepted the rematch with Glover because I felt he deserved that opportunity. It didn't come from my deepest motivation, but from my ego. I wasn't satisfied with the first fight and wanted to show a better performance. I don't need to face Glover again. If he's the champion, I'll face him. I’ll face anyone, it doesn’t matter, it’s not about the opponent,” said Prochazka.

Without Jiri Prochazka, injured, and with a draw between Magomed Ankalayev e Jan Blachowicz No. UFC 282, it will be up to Glover Teixeira e Jamahal hill compete for the vacant light heavyweight belt in UFC 283, an event that takes place on January 21st, in Rio de Janeiro. In the Czech's opinion, the fact of fighting at home is an important asset for the Brazilian against the North American.

“I think it’s a good marriage. I don't know if Hill deserves the opportunity to fight for the belt. But for Glover it will be great, because he will fight in Rio, at home. That, for him, is very good. I'm looking forward to this fight. I’m looking forward to seeing their performances”, he analyzed.