In an interview, Sonnen says that Julianna Peña could surprise Amanda Nunes at UFC 269

J. Peña in an interview during 'Fight Week' Photo; Instagram

For the former fighter Chael Sonnen, challenger Julianna Penã is fully capable of surprising the bantamweight champion (up to 61,2kg) Amanda nunes No. UFC 269 next Saturday (11). In an interview with his official YouTube channel, the controversial loudmouth praised the 'Venezuelan Vixen' and showed confidence that she can dethrone the 'Lioness'.

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“I'm talking about Julianna, who is the greatest threat to Amanda's throne that has ever existed. This has all the ingredients of every sporting upset we've ever seen. This has all the ingredients of Buster Douglas vs. Mike Tyson. What am I talking about? The opponent's mentality. Julianna is not believing in the idea of ​​the script, she is not believing in the narrative that this is an already predicted, determined result. I’m talking about confidence, about believing in yourself”, said Sonnen.

Considered one of the great promises in the bantamweight division, Julianna currently occupies third place in the category ranking. In her last fight, in January of this year, the North American defeated Sara McMann by completion. The fighter has a record of 10 triumphs and four setbacks.