L. Machida makes his debut in the Bellator light heavyweight GP against R. Bader. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Bellator's light heavyweight (up to 93kg) Lyoto Machida, prepares for the rematch against Ryan bader. The Brazilian, who enters his first Grand Prix since leaving Ultimate, he reveals that he is excited to debut against an 'old acquaintance' and praises the organization's competitors. The duel takes place in Bellator 256 this Friday (9).
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“I really enjoyed this opportunity, because I believe that the best in the light heavyweight division will be present. It's a great opportunity and I feel like it's a great chance for me. It means a lot to me, since after a long career, I will be playing in a tournament in another format. (…) it’s something completely different from what we were used to. In the UFC, there are good fighters, but it's difficult to make a comparison. Now, we fight knowing who our next opponent will be. Now it depends on how you fight and your popularity. Who knows, fighters from both organizations could face each other one day”, said Lyoto in an interview on half day the event.
At 42 years old, Machida continues to be one of the main light heavyweight fighters (up to 93kg) in Bellator. Asked about a possible retirement, the Dragon was limited to saying that he is only focused on the fight against Ryan bader and claims that he trained well for combat.
“I always try to live in the moments. I can't see anything of the future. That's why I try to live every minute of my life and challenge myself. You can try to think about the future and try to make plans for everything, or make yourself prepared for everything. Right now, I've only been (thinking about) this fight against (Ryan) Bader. I'm excited for the challenge and I had good camps. I've changed a lot since our first fight, which took place eight years ago and I want to enjoy the moment”, concluded the Brazilian.
In 2012, Lyoto Machida e Ryan bader They faced each other in the co-main fight of UFC on FOX 4. On that occasion, 'Dragon' knocked him out in the second round. However, almost nine years later, the moment – and even the franchise – are different. At Bellator, the Brazilian lost his last two fights, while the North American was defeated defending his belt against Vadim nemkov.
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