Lewis minimizes Malhadinho's flagship and claims to be capable of submitting the Brazilian

D. Lewis faces J. Malhadinho in the UFC Sao Paulo. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

In preparation for another great career challenge, Derrick Lewis ignores underdog status for confrontation against Jailton Malhadinho and expresses confidence that he can handle the Brazilian's grappling skills. Scheduled for main fight at UFC Sao Paulo, the North American opened the game and analyzed the duel against the Bahian.

“I've been doing this for a long time. Training in all areas, Wrestling, striking, jiu-jitsu etc. I'm prepared for wherever the fight goes. I know he's a black belt in jiu-jitsu, but I'm a purple belt. I’m the best purple belt in Texas,” said Lewis in an interview on 'media day'.

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Following his speech, the American stated that he is capable of submitting Malhadinho.

“Our skills balance each other very well, especially on the ground. I can leg lock him in the first round,” she concluded.

D. Lewis in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Holding the record for the most knockouts in Ultimate, Lewis never submitted an opponent during his career in the organization. On the other hand, the American has already withdrawn on two occasions, the last being in February of this year, against Sergei Spivak.

protagonist of UFC Sao Paulo, the athletes face each other this Saturday (4) and seek the opportunity to get closer to a possible fight for the belt. Currently, the Brazilian is considered a big favorite for the duel.

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