After a troubled first year due to controversy with Fabricio Werdum and output in the first phase, Renan Problem wants to prove himself as the best heavyweight in the PFL with his eye on the US$1 million prize (around R$5 million) at the current price). In an exclusive interview with SUPER FIGHTS, the Brazilian – who debuts this Thursday (28) against Jamelle Jones – revealed that he is eager to seek the new season's title.
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“I transformed this anxiety into a desire to train. I'm very grateful to have another year of having the opportunity to be at this GP, where there are big names. Furthermore, it is happiness and anxiety to arrive and have this wonderful moment. I was very happy to be able to stay in the organization. PFL is serious, it values athletes very well and I am well trained, with a good head. I’m going to fight at a high level and get that title,” Problema said.
Beyond Problem, Matheus Buffa, Klidson Abreu e Bruno Cappelozza – who won the tournament the previous year – represent Brazil in the new season and can, consequently, face each other in the competition. When asked about the matter, Renan revealed that he is betting on his hand and does not rule out the possibility of facing them.
“I have been training my speed a lot. My hand is hard, fast. I have no contact (with other Brazilians) and I only follow their careers. They are great professionals. The category was very heavy with these new people arriving eagerly. I think it has everything to add up and show the quality of Brazilians in the PFL”, added the fighter.
To start off on the right foot
Searching for the title Renan Problem faces Jamelle Jones in the opening of the main card this Thursday (28). He has a 25-centimeter advantage in wingspan and highlights his work against takedowns as an asset in combat.
“He’s an explosive and fast guy. He's a wrestler, who gets good takedowns. I've been working a lot on this to make the most of my wingspan, always alert to his takedowns. When you're going to fight a guy who does a lot of takedowns, you can imagine the moment he manages to connect his knee. It would be an ideal moment”, he concluded.
At 32, Renan Problem He is one of Brazil's main heavyweight representatives. Professional since 2013, the Brazilian has a record of eight positive results, two negative results and one 'no result' fight in his career.
