Brendan Allen feels he is ready for the top of the Ultimate. The American was called in at the last minute to face Reinier De Ridder in the main event of UFC Vancouver , held last Saturday (11), and dominated the Dutchman until he gave up in the fourth round. Now, 'All In' is aiming for champion Khamzat Chimaev.
In an interview with Daniel Cormier , still in the octagon, Brendan Allen highlighted his youth and grappling skills to challenge Khamzat Chimaev . The American also extended his challenge to Dricus du Plessis , should the Chechen fighter be unavailable.
“Chimaev, you want a good grappler? You want someone young and hungry? Come and get him. If it's not you, Dricus, where are you? I've been trying to get you for a while now,” said Brendan Allen.
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Brendan Allen was called in to headline UFC Vancouver to replace Anthony Hernandez . Despite having less preparation time compared to his rival, the American gave the Dutchman no chance and claims that when he's focused, he's the best fighter in the world.
"It was three and a half weeks of training, and I did it off the couch. Three and a half weeks... I said I'm a different beast. When my head's on straight and I'm focused, I'm the best in the world," the American noted.
Allen defeated De Ridder in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
Despite his desire to face Khamzat Chimaev for the middleweight (83,9 kg) title, the American will likely not have an immediate chance, as his competitors are Nassourdine Imavov , currently ranked number one, and Anthony Hernandez , who holds the longest active winning streak in the division, and both have recently defeated him in the UFC.
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