Hunt catches Lesnar at UFC 200. Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC
Mark Hunt has a very simple strategy for one of the most anticipated fights at UFC 200, an event that takes place this Saturday (9), in Las Vegas (USA): the New Zealander will try to put Brock Lesnar to sleep in the clash of heavyweights in the Octagon.
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Hunt still doesn't know exactly what tactics he will use in the octagon, but he expects Lesnar to go all out, which would open up even more openings for his attacks. “To be honest, I don't know. I mean, I hope he comes like crazy and then I put him to sleep. That's basically what I hope will happen. But I don't think he's that stupid. I think he's going to be a little smarter and test himself little by little, but we'll see what happens”, said Hunt, in an interview with the North American website “MMA Fighting”.
The fight between Lesnar and Hunt was officially confirmed on June 6, just over a month before it was scheduled to take place. However, the New Zealander suspects that his rival was warned in advance. “I think Lesnar has been training a lot longer than people think. He probably knew about this fight a long time ago. I’ve only had a few weeks to get used to it, but I’m looking forward to doing my job,” he said.
Considered one of the most popular fighters among regular MMA fans, Hunt has two consecutive knockout victories over Antonio Pezão e Frank mir. Lesnar hasn't fought since the end of 2011, when he succumbed to alistair overeem.
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