Mauricio Ruffy reveals 'Fighting Nerds-style' strategy to overcome Chandler at UFC Casa Branca.

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Mauricio Ruffy already has a well-defined plan to overcome Michael chandler No. UFC White House, scheduled for June 14th. Even no longer being part of Fighting NerdsThe team, known for its strong analysis of opponents, has identified weaknesses in the American's style and intends to surprise him by drawing his rival into uncomfortable situations inside the octagon.

In an interview with UFC News, Ruffy explained that he sees Chandler as a fighter who expends a lot of energy in practically every action, which opens up a strategy based on taking him to increasingly physically demanding scenarios, with the goal of wearing him down and frustrating him throughout the fight until he finds the knockout.

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We understand that Michael chandler "He's a guy who expends a lot of energy and wastes a lot of energy in every position he takes, in every effort he makes. We want to take him to the deepest waters as much as possible, to tire him out, frustrate him, and get him ready for that special thing I'm preparing for him," said Mauricio Ruffy.

Trusting, Mauricio Ruffy He also highlighted that his approach goes beyond simply winning, emphasizing the importance of how he achieves victories, with remarkable performances and decisive finishes, something he considers one of his main characteristics.

“I think it’s not just about winning. It’s how you win, the performance you deliver, the way you go out there and finish your opponents, and that’s something I do,” concluded the former nerd.

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UFC White House

O UFC White House, also called UFC Freedom 250The concert will take place on June 14th at the official residence of the US president in Washington DC. Unlike usual, the show will be held on a Sunday, Donald Trump's birthday.

In the main fight UFC White House, the Spanish Ilia Topuria He defends his lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) against the interim title holder, the American. Justin gaethje.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

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Brazil will be represented at UFC White HouseIn the co-main fight of the attraction, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. Former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, Poatan seeks the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against the Frenchman. Cyryl Gane.

In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. They face Michael chandler e Steve Garciarespectively.

UFC White House fight schedule

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg.): Ilia Topuria x Justin gaethje – Fight for the belt

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg.): Alex Poatán x Cyryl Gane – Fight for the interim belt

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley x Aiemann Zahabi

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg): Josh Hokit x Derrick Lewis

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg.): Michael chandler x Mauricio Ruffy

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg.): Kyle Daukaus x BoNickal

Feather weight (up to 65,7 kg.): Steve Garcia x Diego lopes