D. Figueiredo (left) and B. Moreno (right) will measure forces in the UFC 270. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Even with the rivalry increased since the last confrontation, Brandon Moreno made clear the respect he has for Deiveson Figueiredo. On the 'media day' of UFC 270, which takes place this Saturday (22), the flyweight champion (under 56,7kg) praised the qualities of the Brazilian fighter and highlighted the importance of the trilogy for his legacy.
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“This moment is definitely special. This trilogy is helping my legacy a lot. This is the first time in the history of the UFC, we have seen other trilogies before, but not in a row. One, two and three at the same time. Maybe people may think differently, but I feel a lot of respect for (Deiveson) Figueiredo and what we are doing together. I definitely want to win, and I don't feel the respect for a lot of the guys on his team, but for him I feel a lot of respect. I just want to fight this Saturday, keep the fight with me and be ready for the next one. But definitely this part of my life, this trilogy, will be something good in my legacy”, said Moreno.
The 'Killer Baby' praised the Brazilian fighter's qualities and believes he will find a very dangerous opponent on the other side of the Octagon.
“I feel like (Deiveson) Figueiredo's biggest ability is that he's big, he punches hard and he's very intimidating. He tries to intimidate all of his opponents in the octagon. So, I'm expecting the same wild fighter, but a little more intelligent at the same time”, concluded the flyweight champion.
Riding on the back of five wins and two draws in his last seven fights, Moreno won the under-56,7kg division belt with his submission Deiveson Figueiredo No. UFC 263, which took place in June 2021. The Mexican fighter has a record of 19 triumphs, five setbacks and two draws as a professional.
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