L. Rockhold has remained away from MMA since 2019. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Willing to resume his MMA career, Luke Rockhold seems to have lost patience regarding the lack of opponents for his return. The uncertainty about his future irritated the former middleweight champion (up to 83,9kg), who continues to ask for a strong rival or a possible dismissal from the UFC. In an interview with 'MMA Fighting', the American spoke about his dissatisfaction.
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“I won’t accept anything that doesn’t excite me. Does not make any sense. Already did that. I was the Strikeforce and UFC champion. I don't need to go back and face a 'jerk' who doesn't cheer me up. I prefer to go outside. If you want me to fight, give me someone who excites me, who excites my fans, all of us. If it’s not like that, just release me, because I’m not going to do that”, said Luke.
Without playing since 2019, since he was beaten by Jan Blachowicz In his unsuccessful attempt to test himself at light heavyweight (up to 93kg), Rockhold guarantees that he is ready to return to middleweight. According to the former champion, all he needs is an opportunity to prove that he is still capable of competing at a high level.
“I'm 36 years old, my body hurts here and there, of course. It's not like it used to be. Athletically, technically, mentally, I feel in shape. I feel ready and able to be more present. Sometimes throughout your career you let pressure and different things weigh on you, and right now I feel so clear-headed and in a good space where I'm ready to come back, assert myself, and do what I know I can do.” , closed.
UFC representative since 2013, Rockhold won the category title by beating Chris Weidman, in 2015. The North American ended up losing the throne in his first defense, when he was surpassed by Michael Bisping. Since the setback to the Englishman, Luke has accumulated one victory and two setbacks, the last triumph being in 2017.
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