Formiga waits for a title shot. PHOTO: SL / MMA Press
The Brazilian Jussier formiga confirmed the good phase he is experiencing in the octagon by submitting Ben Nguyen at UFC 221, an event held last Saturday (10), in Perth (AUS). Coming from three victories in his last four fights, the native of Rio Grande do Norte hopes to finally have the chance to fight for the organization's flyweight belt (up to 57 kg).
In an interview with the North American website MMA Fighting, Formiga cited his impressive submissions against Nguyen and Yuta Sasaki, in September last year, to gain the right to face the champion Demetrious Johnson.
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“What else do I need to do? I went to Japan and submitted a guy who was submitting everyone. Now, I came to Australia and finished a top 10, popular fighter. I believe I have shown that I can be the next challenger and fight like Demetrious”, said the athlete.
Jussier formiga He is fourth in the flyweight rankings, but as the three fighters above him have already been defeated by the champion, he hopes to get his opportunity. The Brazilian has a professional record of 21 wins and five losses.
In its turn, Demetrious Johnson He is the greatest champion in UFC history. The North American has already defended his reign on 11 occasions, recently breaking the record for Anderson Silva. The 'Mighty Mouse' has a record of 27 wins and just two losses.
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