S. Thompson (left) in a training session with C. Weidman (right) PHOTO: Instagram/@wonderboymma
after seeing Chris Weidman suffers serious injury at UFC 261, Stephen Thompson He was optimistic about the future of his friend and training partner's career. The 'Wonderboy' dismissed rumors that the former middleweight champion (up to 83,9kg) would not fight again and stated that the 'All American' is capable of returning at a high level, even if he can no longer shoot like he used to. The statement was given in an interview with 'TMZ Sports'.
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“When I started training with Chris he wasn't even champion yet and I could already see how strong he is. He is tough mentally and spiritually, he is practically an unbreakable man. So, knowing him well, I'm sure Weidman will come back,” Thompson said.
Analyzing Weidman's fighting style, Thompson stated that his training partner can compete again at a high level, even if he has to adapt his game to no longer use kicks.
“If that happened to me it would be different because I use my kicks a lot. He (Weidman) may never throw a kick again and still dominate his division in the UFC. He's not known for kicking a lot, he's famous for his punches and his wrestling. So that's what doesn't make his return worrying. Of course it's terrible that this happened and I pray that he heals quickly but he can win fights again without ever needing to throw a kick again”, concluded the 'Wonderboy'.
With the serious fracture suffered, Weidman is unlikely to return to the octagon in 2021. The forecast for the 'All American' to walk again is between six and 12 months. Fighting for Ultimate since 2011, the former middleweight leader has a record of 15 wins and six losses. The executioner of Anderson Silva reigned in the 83,9kg category between 2013 and 2015.
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