About to defend his flyweight belt (up to 56,7 kg.) in the rematch against Brandon Moreno, Deiveson Figueiredo He says he wants a new challenge. The Brazilian intends to move up to bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg.) in search of the title, which today is aljamain sterling. At the press conference of UFC 263, an event that takes place this Saturday (12) in Glendale, Arizona (USA), the Brazilian asked for the chance to compete for 'gold' in another category.
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“I'm always looking for the big fights and I want the boss to listen to me I want him to give me the chance to move up in the category I want to get that belt” said the Brazilian.
At this weekend's event, Deiveson will have the mission of defending his flyweight title against Brandon Moreno. The two meet for the second time, after the first clash between the fighters ended in a draw.
Champion since 2020, Figueiredo will defend his belt for the third time. Last season, the 'God of War' hit Alex Perez, drew with Moreno and is now ready to settle the score with his last rival.
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