B. Bulldoguinho arrives for his second appointment in 2021. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
After winning his first fight with Ultimate gloves, Bruno Bulldoguinho He is experiencing a magical moment in his career. With an appointment scheduled for UFC Las Vegas 27, this Saturday (22), when he faces Victor Rodriguez, the Brazilian is optimistic for another show in the octagon. In an exclusive interview with SUPER LUTAS, the São Paulo native analyzed the challenge and promised a new knockout in the organization.
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Brazilian promise in flyweight (up to 56,7kg), Bulldoguinho excited Tupiniquin fans in his last fight. On that occasion, the athlete ran over J.P. Buys, achieving a brutal knockout and taking home one of the bonuses of US$50 thousand (around R$264 thousand).
Best moment in career
The triumph over Buys didn't just make Bruno happy because of the financial aspect. In the confrontation against the North American, the Brazilian entered the Octagon under pressure for a positive result. Bulldoguinho's performance, however, caught the attention of the organization, which, in addition to the bonus, renewed the São Paulo native's contract.
“It was the best feeling of my life, so far. My dream was to join the UFC and become champion. I can't have a stint in the UFC and leave. If I didn't win any, I would be frustrated for the rest of my life. I won by knockout, I got the bonus, I signed another contract. So, it was, for sure, one of the best feelings of my life”, said the athlete.
New challenge in a short time
With his last fight taking place on March 20, Bruno will return to the Octagon approximately two months after his triumph over Buys. The Brazilian then spoke about preparing for two clashes in a short space of time.
“I managed to rest. Right after the fight, I took two weeks off, rested my body, regained some weight. In the first week that I returned to training, I was offered this fight. There was no injury, nothing and I confirmed it. I'm fine, no injuries, nothing. I had six weeks to do the training. It was a good time, everything was perfect”, said Bulldoguinho.
Analysis by Victor Rodriguez
This weekend, Bruno will face off against an athlete who is just starting his career in MMA and is looking for his first positive result in the organization. The fighter then analyzed his opponent and became excited about his rival's style. The São Paulo native's expectation is to end the dispute on the fast track.
“He's an aggressive guy, who's been giving a tough hand. He's a fighter. I see this fight as an opportunity for another knockout. I think I'm a level above, in everything. It's a good fight for me. There is no easy fight. One punch, one kick, can change the entire fight. Be conscious, never underestimate my opponent, but, technically, know that I am above. It’s going to happen,” he said.
Another bonus? Accepted!
After winning the first one and taking home more than R$260 thousand extra, Bulldoguinho doesn't want to stop there. If he secures another great performance, the athlete is now looking for another award from the organization.
“I'm going to knock him out again (laughs), in the second round. I'm going to write on my forehead: 'US$75 thousand', Dana”, joked the fighter.
Athletes' history
At 31 years old, Bulldoguinho is heading towards his 20th commitment as a professional in MMA. Today, the São Paulo native has 11 wins, five defeats, two draws and one 'no result' match.
In his second duel in Ultimate, Victor Rodriguez, 28, reaches his ninth fight in the sport. Currently, the North American has five triumphs and three setbacks.
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