Undefeated UFC star plans to follow in Ilia Topuria's footsteps and dreams of a title fight against Alexander Volkanovski

Ilia Topuria (left) fighting against Alexander Volkanovsky (dir.) in UFC 298. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter @UFCNews

Lerone murphy is confident that a great performance in ufc vegas 105, scheduled for next Saturday (05), could be his great springboard for a belt dispute. The undefeated UFC featherweight (up to 65,7 kg) will face the knockout artist Josh Emmett and is determined to repeat the feat of Ilia Topuria.

In an interview with 'TalkSPORT', Murphy acknowledged the challenge he has ahead of him, but stressed that, with a convincing victory, he could ask for a title shot and follow in the Spaniard's footsteps.

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“I have a big mission ahead of me. But obviously we know that with a victory I will ask for a title fight, for sure. Ilia Topuria “I’ve achieved that, and I’ll be 16-XNUMX. So I feel like if I go in there and put on a solid performance and show that I’m worthy of being champion, I think the UFC will give me that opportunity,” Murphy said.

Lerone Murphy eyes Volkanovski to cement his legacy

If you get the chance to fight for the belt, Lerone murphy made it clear that he prefers to face Alexander Volkanovsky, highlighting the weight of the former champion's name. For the prodigy, the legacy of having faced a legend is worth more than any financial reward.

“I would say Volkanovski (is the preferred opponent for the title), just because of his name value. He’s a legend, and I think when I look back on his career, for me, it’s not about the money. It’s about the status, what I can tell my kids and what I can look back on. To be able to say, ‘I fought Volkanovski,’ would be huge. But like you said, he’s got a tough fight. I’ve got a tough fight, too. We’ll see what happens.” Lerone murphy.

After debuting with a draw in the UFC, Lerone murphy strung together seven consecutive victories, defeating names like Edson Barboza e Dan Ige until reaching the top 10 of the division. Now, the British will face the veteran Josh Emmett, 40 years old, known for his knockout power.

Meanwhile, your possible target, Alexander Volkanovsky, will face the Brazilian Diego lopes in the main fight of UFC 314, scheduled for April 12th.