Sandhagen analyzes upcoming opponents, mentions O'Malley, but reveals preference for the division's highlight

Cory Sandhagen wins his second consecutive in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Present in the bantamweight elite (up to 61,2kg.), Cory Sandhagen placed itself in a great position in the category after winning Marlon Vera at UFC San Antonio. Dominant in the confrontation, the athlete took another step towards the belt. In an interview after the fight, the American spoke about the future and analyzed possible opponents. According to the fighter, Sean O'Malley It's a good name, but there are better ones.

“I thought about challenging the Sean O'Malley until I watched the last performance of Merab Dvalishvili. The way they both won Petr yan it was different. In my opinion, Merab deserves the title shot more (…) if O'Malley is promised that he will be the next challenger for the belt, I don't think he will accept any confrontation now. But if he wants to stay active, if he wants to fight, we can do that with 100% certainty. I would love this match, the fans would love this fight. But, Merab is the best fighter, so I prefer him”, declared Cory.

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After defeating Chito Vera, Cory should reach third place in the category. Former challenger for the division's interim belt, the fighter achieved his second consecutive victory. Currently, his record consists of 16 triumphs and four setbacks.

Current number one and two bantamweights, Merab and Sean respectively, have no clashes scheduled. In a great moment in the organization, the Georgian has already expressed that he is not interested in the title while his training partner and friend aljamain sterling is the champion and reinforced that he will face whoever the UFC offers.

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