J. Blachowicz (left) and R. Jacaré (right) facing the UFC Sao Paulo. Photo: VH Gonzaga
The event that promoted the last looks before the UFC Sao Paulo, which takes place this Saturday (16), excited the audience present at the Ibirapuera Gymnasium. With the Joker makeup and tension in the meeting between Shogun in Craig, MMA fans cheered when Ronaldo Jacare came face to face with Jan Blachowicz. The man from Espírito Santo will make his debut in the light heavyweight division (up to 93kg).
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With a happy expression, as in the days preceding the face-off, Ronaldo took to the stage imitating an Alligator, just as he does when he enters the Octagon. The athlete posed for photos and showed that he is visibly stronger.
When he passed through the curtain that gives access to the stage, Jan, amidst the traditional Brazilian shouts of 'will die', smiled and showed calm. The athlete stepped onto the scale and, soon after, had one of the most tense confrontations of the night with the Brazilian.
Shogun and Craig, no smiles
The size difference between Mauritius Shogun e Paul Craig caught the attention of those present in the gym. Larger, Craig arrived with his face painted in the colors of his country, Scotland. With many boos, the fighter seemed unfazed.
Shogun entered soon after. The athlete, who, before the fights, received a jacket, traditionally given to members of the Ultimate Hall of Fame. Upon seeing the Brazilian pass through the curtain, the audience went wild. Even though he was smaller, the native of Curitiba was not intimidated and stared at his opponent until they were removed.
Massaranduba and Do Bronx raise the public’s spirits
F. massaranduba (left) faces B. Green (right) in the UFC Sao Paulo. Photo: VH Gonzaga
Two of Brazil's most charismatic athletes will perform on this weekend's card. On the preliminary card, Francisco Massaranduba will try to erase his last defeat, when he was defeated in a contested result by Alexander Hernandes.
As predicted, the opponent of massaranduba, Bobby Green He was heavily booed when he took to the stage for the ceremonial weigh-in. The fighter asked the audience to shout more and was promptly answered.
Then, Francisco entered, hugging the Brazilian flag, driving the crowd crazy. The fame of massaranduba It was achieved on the basis of a lot of courage shown by the Brasilia native throughout his career in the UFC. O, who promised a victory this Saturday, made the public count in his favor and made a tense face with his opponent.
On the preliminary card, Charles of the Bronx he was one of the most applauded when he posed for photos before coming face to face with his opponent. Jared gordon He was the first to enter and, right away, he felt the pressure from the public.
As much as massaranduba, Charles, who is from São Paulo, came in very excited and went up hugging the green and yellow flag. When they were eye to eye, the faces of the lightweights (up to 70,3kg) almost touched.
Ultimate Joker
Maluko dresses as the Joker at the weigh-in UFC Sao Paulo. Photo: Reproduction / Facebook @ufc
One of the most curious moments was starring Markus Maluco. The athlete, who will take to the octagon to face compatriot Wellington TurmanM, arrived on stage wearing a sweatshirt, with a hood and head down.
At first, you could already tell that something different was coming. After removing his clothes, the athlete turned to the audience and caused euphoria by showing makeup representing the character Joker, the famous Batman villain. The athlete posed for photos and remained acting while facing Turman.
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