Elizeu Capoeira want to face Santiago Ponzinibbio. (Photo: cReproduction/Facebook UFC)
Looking to stay active in Ultimate, Elizeu Capoeira He left a draw in his last appearance behind and was willing to venture out against another opponent in the future. In a bold stance, the Brazilian called Santiago Ponzinibbio for an eventual duel in Brazil and highlighted the rivalry between his country and Argentina.
Hey guys, how are you? I know that UFC Brasil will take place in the first quarter of next year. And thinking here, nothing better than a challenge. So, what do you think: besides football, why not Brazil and Argentina fight? So here's the message Ponzinibbio. Do you want to fight? Let's make it happen? The fight will stop. You like it, I like it too. What do you think?" declared Capoeira on his official account Instagram.
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Despite having suggested Brazil as the stage for the fight, the athlete opened up opportunities for other locations.
“Nothing fairer than us getting into a fight. You have your fans in Brazil too. I think it would be cool. And also if it's not in Brazil, any other UFC there is. So the challenge is done. Let's go with everything, let's fight”, she concluded.
Santiago Ponzinibbio was challenged by Elizeu Capoeira. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Former members of the division's top 15 reign by Leon edwards, Capoeira and Ponzinibbio live different situations in the organization. In a delicate phase, the Argentine has only one victory in his last three fights. On the other hand, Elizeu suffered his last defeat in 2020 and has two wins and a draw in a row. So far, Santiago has not commented on the challenge.
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