A. Volkanovski (left) and Z. Coreano (right) could face each other in the UFC 272. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage
Henry Cejudo, Giga Chikadze e Yair Rodriguez asked to replace Max Holloway in a title fight against Alexander Volkanovsky for the featherweight belt (up to 65,7kg.). However, now, another fighter must get the chance. According to journalist Ariel Helwani, 'Korean zombie' started as favorite for the leading role in the UFC 272, which takes place on March 5th.
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"Chan sung jung (Korean zombie) is currently the favorite by a margin to replace Holloway against Alex Volkanovski. He (Volkanovski) wants Korean zombie) on March 5th and, for the fight to happen, they just need (UFC) to formally offer it at this moment”, reported Helwani in his 'Twitter' official.
Known as 'Korean zombie’, Chan sung jung He has been in Ultimate since 2011 and went through a period of injuries, having only appeared in ten fights. In the organization, the fighter won seven fights and lost three during the period. Fourth in the ranking, he comes from a triumph over Dan Ige in the unanimous decision of the judges. In his career, there are 17 positive results and six negative results in his career.
Alexander Volkanovsky, in turn, is considered one of the best featherweights (up to 65,7kg) in history. The Australian, in his career, beat names like Max Holloway (2x) José Aldo, Brian ortega e Chad Mendes. Professional since 2012, the champion has a record of 23 triumphs and one setback.
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