Mauricio Ruffy is a prospect in the lightweight division. Photo: Reproduction/UFC
On the rise in Ultimate, Mauricio Ruffy shows that he is willing to take bigger steps in his career. Despite having fought on March 8, the Fighting Nerds representative surprised everyone by offering to replace Michael chandler ou Paddy Pimblett, if one of the fighters is forced to withdraw from the fight that takes place on April 12, in the penultimate fight of the UFC 314, in Miami (USA).
“UFC, I'm ready to face Michael chandler ou Paddy Pimblett, in case the fight falls through! I'm 100% physically, I'M READY! You have my number, just call!”, declared Ruffy on his official X account.
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Despite the statement, it is not yet known whether Chandler or Pimblett are at risk of having to withdraw from the fight due to force majeure. In an event with 15 fights, this fight is the only one that features currently ranked lightweight athletes (up to 70,3 kg). In a crucial episode in the careers of both fighters, the expectation is that the winner will get closer to a possible title fight.
Signed via Contender Series in 2023, Ruffy has three wins under his belt in the UFC. In his last appearance, the fighter received the Performance of the Night bonus after brutally knocking out the veteran King Green with a spinning kick to the head.
UFC, I'm ready to face Michael chandler ou Paddy Pimblett, in case the fight falls through! I'm 100% physically, I'M READY! You have my number, just call! ☎️ @UFCBrazil @ufc @danawhite
— Mauricio Ruffy (@Ruffymma) March 14, 2025
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