Davis outlines strategy for fight with Lyoto: 'Go to Rio and get another submission'

P. Davis (photo) will face L.Machida on August 4th. Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC

the american Phil Davis He fought in Rio de Janeiro for the first time in October 2012. On that occasion, he beat Wagner Caldeirão by submission in the second round. Without fear of pressure from the fans, he intends to return in August, in the fourth edition of UFC Rio, and repeat the dose against Lyoto Machida.

At the same time that he praised the Brazilian karateka's style, Davis showed confidence in another victory when he spoke in the promotional video for UFC Rio 4. “What does Lyoto Machida being so unique is his effectiveness at catching people when they're coming forward,” Davis said in the pre-fight interview. “Anyone who attacks him in a straight line, he usually punishes. I'll stick to my 'bread and butter'. My plan is to go to Rio and get another submission victory, so I can build my legacy this way.”

Davis believes he can benefit from the Brazilian's position as a candidate for challenger to enter this fight. “Machida was next in line for the title shot. A win against him will put me in the running for the challenger spot.”

the duel between Lyoto Machida e Phil Davis will be the co-main fight of UFC Rio 4, which takes place on August 3rd at the HSBC Arena. The event will be led by the defense of the featherweight belt. José Aldo against "Korean zombie" Chan sung jung.