Seriously? After victory, Mauricio Ruffy surprises by explaining his challenge to Conor McGregor at UFC Casa Branca.

According to Mauricio Ruffy, Conor McGregor also wants to fight him in the UFC.

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Ruffy promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Mauricio Ruffy He's on a roll after shining in UFC 325. At the event held last Saturday (31), in Australia, the Brazilian recovered in the company by putting on a show in the octagon and knocked out Raphael Fiziev in the second round. Thrilled with the impressive victory, which earned him the 'Performance of the Night' bonus, The athlete challenged MMA stars. And now, it's gone even further.

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It's no secret that Luffy's dream fight is against Conor McGregorIn any case, the Brazilian surprised everyone by explaining the reason for the call-up to UFC Casa Branca in June. A fan of the Irishman and attentive to what's happening in MMA, the member of the 'Fighting Nerds' team stressed that the fight is on the Irishman's radar and said he hopes to have his help to make it happen.

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“I asked for Paddy. Maybe McGregor, who also wants to fight. I saw rumors online that he thinks it's better to fight me, that I'm a good striker and that I'll put on a show for the fans, than against Chandler, who's only coming off losses. I'm here, I'm a UFC employee. Whatever the UFC puts in front of me, I'm ready,” said the fighter at the post-fight press conference.UFC 325 and in an interview for the Paramount UFC channel.

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It's worth noting that the former champion hasn't fought since 2021, but he assures that he will return to action at UFC Casa Branca. Interestingly, Ruffy has been described by many as a kind of 'new McGregor' due to his high level and striking style.

Ruffy in the UFC

Mauricio Ruffy[Name], 29 years old, is part of the UFC's lightweight elite. Discovered on the reality show 'Contender Series' in 2023, the Brazilian debuted in the largest MMA organization a year later, winning four fights, three by knockout, and losing one. Currently, the athlete is ranked 14th in the category. His main victories were against [opponent's name]. Bobby Green e Raphael Fiziev.

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