Borrachinha backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
A standout in the light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg), Navajo Stirling , it seems, has already decided who he wants to face in his next fight. In August, in Serbia, the New Zealander easily knocked out former champion Jan Błachowicz in the first round and solidified his place in the top 10 of the category. Now, aiming to reach the top 5, the 'New Israel Adesanya ' has set his sights on Paulo Borrachinha.
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Recently, the Brazilian fighter became enraged with the company and made it clear that he offered to fight for the interim light heavyweight title at UFC 332, an event scheduled for October 3rd, after his request was not granted and the fight between Natália Silva and Wang Cong was announced as the main event. Aware of the Brazilian's complaint, Stirling disapproved of his attitude and even mocked his 'Secret Juice', which is nothing more than a lemon and ginger drink that has become his trademark.
Currently, Borrachinha is ranked fourth in the UFC light heavyweight division and aims to compete for the interim title. However, Magomed Ankalaev and Jiri Prochazka stated that the "bad boy" refused to fight them, and now the New Zealander is taking advantage of this and showing interest in the duel. Furthermore, this wasn't the first time Stirling has provoked the Brazilian.
"Secret Juice? It looks more like a secret p***👎", wrote the UFC prospect on his official 'X' account.
Stirling celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
Stirling's history in MMA
Navajo Stirling , 28, is something of a UFC sensation. The New Zealander began his MMA career in 2022 and made his UFC debut in 2024. Currently, he is ranked seventh in the light heavyweight division.
In the sport, Stirling built a perfect record, consisting of 11 wins, seven of them by knockout. His main victories were over Ion Cuțelaba and Jan Błachowicz.
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