Sean O'Malley says he's open to fighting Dominick Cruz at event on July 10

S. O'Malley reveals that he can face D. Cruz. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

after winning Thomas almeida No. UFC 260, Sean O'Malley believes he is ready to face the best names in the bantamweight division (up to 61,2kg). O Sugar, as he is known, revealed that he is interested in fighting the former champion Dominick Cruz, in the co-main fight of UFC 262, which should feature the trilogy between Conor McGregor e Dustin poirier as the most important attraction of the night.

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"I know that Dustin poirier tweeted the other day (that he should fight on) July 10th, so I think I'm a really good guy to be in the co-main fight. Dustin vs. Conor and O'Malley vs. Cruz. I don't know, it makes sense. Can be it. We'll see you in July. I definitely want to step into the Octagon a few more times this year,” O'Malley said while appearing on the show.The Pat McAfee Show'.

The possibility of struggle between Sean O'Malley e Dominick Cruz happen was raised by the former champion himself after the UFC 260. According to the former Ultimate fighter and commentator, Chael Sonnen, Cruz stated that he would like to face the division's promise in the next fight. Now, 'Sugar' reveals that he does not know the veracity of the comment, but says he is ready for the duel.

“After I win a fight, the question always comes to me: 'Who's next?' and I heard that Dominick Cruz sent a message to Chael Sonnen saying he wanted to face me. So I don't know if Chael actually got the message. But it is a potential confrontation”, concluded the American.

Sean O'Malley, 26 years old, was discovered on the 'Contender Series' and is one of the biggest promises in the division. Currently, he has a record of 13 wins and one loss. Already Dominick Cruz, 36, went undefeated for eight years (2008 to 2016) and came to reign in the Ultimate bantamweight division. He has a record of 23 triumphs and three setbacks in his career.