One of the main promises of European MMA, Salahdine Parnasse will experience a special moment this Saturday (5), sharing the octagon with Dan Hooker in a main event of the Ultimate in his debut, in a confrontation that could increase his popularity and solidify him as one of the new prospects of the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg). However, the Frenchman has another target in mind besides the New Zealander. In an interview with 'MMA Fighting' this Friday (4), he made himself available to welcome Usman Nurmagomedov to the UFC.
Khabib's cousin is undefeated as a professional and gained popularity by winning belts in both Bellator and the PFL. Recently, he became the sport's top free agent and there is great expectation that he will sign with Dana White's company. In this context, the Mbappé of MMA has considered the possibility of facing him.
"I think it's a possibility, for sure, we'll see," said the fighter, avoiding controversy.
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Salahdine Parnasse promotes Netflix MMA event. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube/MVP
Like Nurmagomedov, Parnasse built most of his career outside of the UFC. A two-time champion in KSW, one of Europe's leading events, the fighter will share the most famous octagon on the planet against one of the most experienced names in the division. For him, the fight with Hooker brings several positive aspects.
“I was very excited. I mean, Dan Hooker is a guy who’s faced everyone. He’s an extremely experienced guy. He faced [Islam] Makhachev, he’s faced everyone in this category, so I was very excited to face him… I think he’s the perfect opponent,” he concluded.
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