In search of recovery in Ultimate, Dan Hooker indicates that he may face Rafael dos Anjos

D. Hooker wants to face R. dos Anjos in his next fight. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage

The light weight (up to 70,3kg.) of the Ultimate, Dan Hooker, wants to turn his career around. The New Zealander, who was knocked out in combat in front of Michael chandler No. UFC 257, plans to return to the path of victories and, respectfully, aims to confront Rafael dos Anjos.

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“This is a fight I would like to do. Rafael dos Anjos is a former champion and managed to defeat Paul felder. He was incredible in that fight. Behind Justin gaethje, he would be first on the list”, said Hooker in an interview with the website 'South China Morning Post'.

O 'Handman', as it is known, occupies eighth place and comes from two consecutive defeats. He suffered setbacks against Dustin poirier e Michael chandler. Now, however, he says he is waiting for an important fight so he can stand out again at lightweight.

“It’s disheartening to think about coming back after a defeat like that. That burning flame goes out, but then an ember returns. But it burns again and starts to get even bigger, until it turns into fire. I don’t care who my opponent is and if he’s ranked better or worse than me”, added the fighter.

At 31, Dan Hooker He is a more exciting fighter in the lightweight division (up to 70,3kg). He currently has a record of 20 wins and 10 losses in his career, which began in 2009.