Jack Della Maddalena will face Islam makhachev No. UFC 322. Photo: Reproduction/Montage SUPER FIGHTS
Amid a big announcement made on Thursday night (28), where Dana White confirmed a duel between Jack Della Maddalena x Islam makhachev Regarding the welterweight title (up to 77,1kg), Ben Vickers, the champion's coach, once again expressed confidence for the duel. The title defense is scheduled for November 15th at... UFC 322The Australian generates the highest expectations in his mentor.
Witnessing his protégé's talent, Vickers didn't hesitate to discuss Jack's great chance of becoming the second athlete to defeat Makhachev in MMA. In the coach's view, the champion's power will make a difference in New York.
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"I don't think Islam has the chin that Belal has. We know from experience that if Jack connects on the chin, it's all over. It could happen in the first minute, it could happen at 24 minutes, it could happen at 24 minutes and 59 seconds, in three rounds... Jack likes long fights, he likes to be there, but obviously we're not paid by the time, so if the opportunity presents itself, we'll be happy to take it," Ben Vickers said in an interview with Submission Radio.
In addition to highlighting her knockout ability, Ben recalled how easily Maddalena can extend her fights, managing to maintain an aggressive pace for 25 minutes.
"Jack's cardio, as we've seen, Belal was seen as the 'best cardio' in the UFC, and Jack overwhelmed him. Belal was more tired than Jack at the end of the fight. So Jack's cardio is exceptional, Jack's strength is exceptional, I like the fight, I really do," he concluded.
Heading into his first title defense, Jack emerged as the underdog in bookmakers' minds after Dana's confirmation. To date, the fighter has yet to experience defeat in the UFC octagon and is riding a winning streak of eight straight, five of which came via the fast lane. In his last appearance, the athlete overcame Belal Muhammad |.
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