Sean O'Malley in a duel against Marlon Vera No. UFC 252. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Despite succumbing to the power of Sean O'Malley in his last appearance, aljamain sterling was able to absorb information regarding breaches on the part of the current bantamweight champion (up to 61,2kg.). Aware that the rival will face Marlon Vera No. UFC 299, 'Funk Master' pointed out the great advantage that the Ecuadorian will have during the clash scheduled for March 9th.
“I think it’s a good fight in terms of styles. 'Chito' has to play the long game, and I think while he plays the long game, he needs to erase it. I think his gas tank is going to start taking care of it and I think his durability is going to start taking care of it. I don't think Sean is that durable, and I don't think, mentally, that he's that tough," Sterling said in an interview with 'The MMA Hour'.
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As he continued speaking, Sterling questioned whether the champion would be able to maintain rhythm and good movement if the fight went on until the final rounds.
“I’m not sure where he really stands in a five-round fight that goes the distance. As a guy who uses a lot of footwork, if O'Malley wants to keep circling the octagon and using all these feints, it takes a lot of energy. And it cuts a lot of weight too. I think in a situation like this, if he's not effective with that energy production, that's where 'Chito' can take him,” he concluded.
M. Vera knocks out Sean O'Malley in the UFC 252. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Cast to star in the UFC 299, O'Malley and Vera hold their long-awaited rematch on March 9, in the city of Anaheim, California. In the first meeting, the Ecuadorian got the upper hand and knocked out 'Sugar' in the first round. Despite this fact, the champion appears as a big favorite in the bookmakers.
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