Cigano bets on fans to intimidate Miocic: 'He'll even shake his legs'

J. Cigano (photo) takes part in the main fight of TUF Brasil 3. Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC

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Debuting in Brazil as a UFC athlete at TUF Brasil 3 Finale, on May 31st, the former heavyweight champion Junior Gypsy you already have an asset to help you in the fight against Stipe Miocic in São Paulo: the Brazilian fans. Famous internationally for its vigor and outstanding participation in favor of the home fighters, the audience is Cigano's bet to scare away his rival.

“It's my first fight in Brazil after I joined the UFC, and I'm really happy. I had already demonstrated my desire to fight in Brazil and it was my turn. I was commenting that Miocic will even shake his legs when he feels the heat of the crowd”, said Cigano, in an interview with the “Tá na area” program on the SporTV channel.

The Brazilian also commented on the fight against Miocic and said he believes the fight will end with a knockout. “There's no correct math for a fight, you never know what's going to happen. But he's a guy who prioritizes boxing, and I love it too. Those who stand to gain from this are the Brazilians, who will be at the (Ginásio do) Ibirapuera, in São Paulo. Two heavyweights, exchanging blows there, someone is going to get knocked out”, he assessed.

On May 31st, the Ginásio do Ibirapuera, in São Paulo (SP), will be the stage for the TUF Brasil 3 Finale. The event will host the finals of the tournaments in the heavyweight and middleweight categories of the reality show, currently airing on TV. Furthermore, in the main fight of the night, Junior Gypsy face Stipe Miocic, in a five-round battle in the heavyweight category.