Mousasi (photo) was once a rival of Lyoto, Jacaré and Thales. Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC
Gegard Mousasi He wants to continue his climb to the top of the middleweight category and has already set his targets for a possible fight at UFC 205, which will mark the debut of Ultimate in New York. The athlete revealed that he wants to face Anderson Silva ou Vitor belfort In the event.
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In an interview with the 'MMA Junkie Radio' program, Mousasi explained that he would love to have a rematch against Uriah Hall or face Derek Brunson, but if he wants to get to the belt, he will have to face better known fighters.
“I would love to face the Uriah Hall or even the Derek Brunson. But of course if I want to fight for the title, I need someone better known. I.e, Anderson Silva ou Vitor belfort in New York,” he said.
Furthermore, the athlete took the opportunity to criticize the ranking system used by the organization, citing and needling Anderson as the basis of his argument.
"The Anderson Silva lost four of his last five fights. He remains in fifth place. He was caught for using steroids. He's losing fights and he's still in the top five. Rankings don't matter. I just want to keep busy. I need some wins because there are some guys in front of me,” he said.
In seventh place in the rankings of his division, the Dutchman has 39 wins, six defeats and two draws in his career. At 30 years old, the fighter has two consecutive victories over Brazilians, defeating Thales leites at UFC Fight Night 84 in February and knocked out Thiago Marreta at UFC 200.
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