F. Werdum announced a change to boxing. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Former UFC heavyweight champion (up to 120,2kg), Fabricio Werdum announced a change of focus in his career. This Wednesday (25), during a press conference with the participation of SUPER FIGHTS, the Brazilian reveals that he is motivated to continue his career in boxing and plans to become champion in the 'noble art'.
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“After 24 years of fighting jiu-jitsu, grappling and MMA, it's difficult to make the decision. I don't like the word 'retired', because it's complicated to have the idea of stopping. So, I announce that I will change the focus completely. When I set out to be a jiu-jitsu champion, I did it twice. Just like in grappling and UFC. I don't have that boxing title and I want to be able to dedicate myself 100%. I want this new title. I've been champion of everything, but I've never competed in boxing. I want to be champion and put another belt on the wall”, declared Werdum.
At 44 years old, Fabrício also claims to have already received an offer from Bare Knuckle (a boxing event without gloves), he doesn't want to be in a rush to debut in the new modality. He also says that he listened to Rafael Cordeiro's advice to be cautious in preparation.
“There was this (proposal) from Bare Knuckle for July 30th, which is exactly my birthday. But, it didn't happen. In two or three months it would be nice to prepare. I'm going to follow the master's (Rafael Cordeiro) advice and not be in a rush to fight. In the first fight I need to be in great shape to show the world that I can be champion”, continued 'Vai Cavalo'.
In a 24-year career in MMA, Werdum collected titles in jiu-jitsu and also achieved the status of UFC champion. With this, he mentions that his experience in the sport brings a calm focus for the important transition.
“The experience I have – 24 years of fighting – gives me a lot of peace of mind. Before (in MMA), I had five disciplines to focus on (boxing, muay-thai, jiu-jitsu, grappling and physical preparation) and now I will only have boxing and physical preparation. I don't have to worry about knees or elbows. That's what helps a lot too. I have experience of training with fighters only in boxing. I’m already used to it,” he concluded.
Great name in the history of heavyweights (up to 120,2kg.), Fabricio Werdum In MMA, he had a record of 24 wins, nine losses, one draw and one unsuccessful fight. The gaucho has already beaten important names, such as Fedor Emelianenko, alistair overeem, Rodrigo Minotauro e Mark Hunt.
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