Without an opponent at UFC Ilha da Luta 5, Thominhas is challenged by Casey Kenney

T. Almeida is challenged by C. Kenney. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Without fighting since 2018, everything was fine for Thomas almeida return to the octagon against Alejandro Perez, UFC Fight Island 5, however his opponent tested positive for COVID-19 and is out. However, the organization's plan is to keep the Brazilian at the event, which will be held this Saturday (10), in Abu Dhabi, and is analyzing some options. One of them is Casey kenney.

The American, who defeated Heili Alateng in the UFC Fight Island 4, is so hungry for a fight, that he wants to perform in the next attraction and made himself available to face Thominhas, even though it was last minute.

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“I just found out that Perez left the fight and I like Almeida and his style. I know him and I have nothing against him, but if he needs someone to dance with, I'm that guy”, asked Kenney at the post-show press conference.

Confident, the bantamweight (61,2kg) informed that he will continue to be vocal, because he considers himself prepared for bigger flights in the category.

“I’m going to keep asking for fights. I don't care who the UFC chooses, because I'm ready. There are many roosters with commitments and I am available to fight, in case anyone gets hurt”, he concluded.

the last fight of Thomas almeida It happened in January 2018 and the long period of inactivity was due to a serious eye injury. Recovered from surgery, the Brazilian wants to put an end to his bad phase, as he was defeated consecutively by Rob font e Jimmie rivera.

In its turn, Casey kenney lives the opposite situation. The athlete won two fights in a row and wants to continue his good momentum, aiming to return to the bantamweight top-15.