F. massaranduba in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Francisco Massaranduba is one of the Brazilians in UFC Las Vegas 41 this Saturday (23) and is happy with the opportunity to face Dwight Grant, in a fight valid for the welterweight division (up to 77kg.). In an exclusive interview with SUPER FIGHTS, the Tupiniquim representative promised that he will have a frank duel and says he is calm about the duel against the North American.
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"saturday I'll be strong as hell, understand? I'm super happy that I'm going to do this fight and return to Brazil. Even though I don't speak English, I feel at home here. My 'English' is punch. It's my hand. It's not because the massaranduba is older than he is dead. O massaranduba will always be there. I'm going to go inside and do MMA. I’m very calm, calm and I know what I’m going to do,” he said. massaranduba.
At 43 years old, Francisco will have his second fight in the category led by Kamaru Usman. In June this year, the Piauí native lost to muslim salikhov in the split decision and, even so, he doesn't regret the change of division. In fact, he reveals that he is more focused and has no problems with cutting weight.
"For sure. I feel damn good. I'm more focused, training and resting more. Everyone has problems, but I get rid of them. I just focus on my work and, for sure, I will fight for a long time. I don't even think about stopping fighting. A lot has changed. I'm always eating and resting well. I have leisure, I like fishing and cycling, but I am focused. I'm sure I'll fight for much longer. I won't take off that much weight. I lost 15kg. before, but today I weigh 80kg, I only need to lose about three kg”, added the fighter.
Controversy with Paddy Pimblett
In June, massaranduba went viral on your 'Twitter' after his official account complained about the delay for Ultimate to get a fight and provoked the promise Paddy Pimblett, implying that, to fight frequently in the organization, the athlete must be popular. When asked about the matter, however, Francisco stated that he was not responsible for the provocation and disapproved of the image.
“Actually, I didn't even know. I woke up in the morning and the post was there. I woke up and blacked out. I was angry, this has nothing to do with me. The guy (Paddy Pimblett) is now arriving in the UFC. He does his and I do mine. I didn't like it (the provocation). They posted if I knew and, when they publish something, they have to tell me”, explained the Tupiniquim athlete.
Children's Day late...
massaranduba He often remembers his son, Francisco, after each of his Ultimate victories. And, despite passing Children's Day - which is celebrated on October 12th, the fighter reveals that he was unable to pass the distance with his son, but promises to take the 'late present' with a victory over Dwight Grant.
“I was distant from my son. I'm living in the United States and he lives in Brazil. And, on Children's Day, I spent training. My son is everything. I have my family, but nowadays I fight for my son. I want to leave a legacy and a story for him to remember me by. My kid is 'so cool'”, he concluded.
Athletes' history
massaranduba He wants to prove once again that he still has what it takes to perform at a high level. The Brazilian, however, is coming off a defeat to muslim salikhov, in a duel held in June this season. Professional since 2006, he has a record of 26 triumphs and eight setbacks.
If on one side the Tupiniquim needs to triumph, the same can be said for Dwight Grant. Former Bellator representative, the American seeks stability in his competitor and wants his second consecutive victory. In retrospect, there are 11 positive results and three negative results.
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