Sean O'Malley proposes interim UFC bantamweight belt and challenges former rival

Sean O'Malley (right) defeated Petr yan (left) in UFC 280. Photo: Reproduction/Insatgram

Favorite to be a challenger for the Ultimate bantamweight title (up to 61,2kg), Sean O'Malley Don't want to wait for the champion aljamain sterling. With the information that the title holder does not intend to defend the throne before the second half of 2023, 'Sugar' proposed an alternative for the UFC.

“He (Sterling) wants to wait eight months to come back. I understand that, I really do. The one speaking now is the number one challenger, Sean O'Malley. I'm ready to fight in March. Next in line, in my opinion, should be Marlon Vera. (…) Why don’t we create a small interim belt? Whoever wins will face Aljamain, when he’s ready,” said Sean, on his channel YouTube.

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Betting on the future of Ultimate, 'Sugar' took first place in the rankings after winning the battle against Petr yan No. UFC 280. Facing the former champion of the group, the North American convinced the judges, winning the 'war' marked by balance.

For the sequel, Sean targets an old acquaintance. The North American has already shared the Octagon with Marlon Vera, having lost by technical knockout in the first round.