J. Blachowicz praises D. Reyes and predicts war. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter @ufc
Ilha da Luta will become small on September 27th. In addition to the fight for the middleweight belt (83,9kg), the UFC 253 also highlights the confrontation between Dominick reyes e Jan Blachowicz, which will define the new light heavyweight champion (93kg). For many, leaving Jon Jones gave life to the category, but the Pole minimized this fact.
At the event's press conference, held virtually, Blachowicz informed that, for the moment, he forgot about 'Bones' and that his focus is on his current opponent, as he knows that he requires a lot of care. Despite praising Reyes, the Pole is so confident that not even the pandemic will stop him from becoming champion.
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“It doesn’t matter who it’s against. The title is more important. Reyes is a great opponent. He almost beat Jones, it was close. I'm happy to face someone like him for the belt. Reyes is one of the best light heavyweights. Jones doesn't exist for me now. Maybe I will face him in the future. My focus is Reyes. This fight will be incredible! I'm going to use my experience and everything I've learned throughout my career to win the belt. Reyes can't stop me, nor can the pandemic. I will win,” Blachowicz said.
Blachowicz continued analyzing the duel, listed Reyes' strengths, also highlighted his own and wants to find out if his opponent has the chin to resist his legendary Polish power.
“It’s been a long journey, but I’m better than ever. I'm one step closer to making my dream a reality. I will be prepared and I hope he will be too. I'm happy, excited and can't wait to fight. The fight will be fought on foot and I expect a war. Reyes' striking is very dangerous. He is strong, he doesn't get tired, but he has some flaws. He is the toughest opponent of my career, but I know I can win. I'm mentally strong. I have the legendary Polish power and Reyes will feel it. I know he is very good, but I will find a way to win. I see myself getting knocked out in the second or third round. I will be the first to do this. Today, I am one of the best in the world. In a few days, I will be the best. It's fantastic! This is my moment! People will know me after this fight”, he concluded.
At 37, Jan Blachowicz It took him a while to consolidate himself in the UFC. The athlete was hired in 2013, with KSW, he arrived with fanfare, as he was champion of the Polish organization, but struggled to adapt in the company of Dana White. However, Blachowicz did not give up and will fight for the light heavyweight (93kg) belt, after winning three consecutive fights.
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