The change in category promises to mark a new phase in Johnny Walker 's career . Next Saturday (3), the Brazilian faces Mick Parkin at UFC 332, in a duel that represents his debut in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg) of the Ultimate.
In an interview with UFC Brazil's YouTube channel, available this Tuesday, Johnny explained the reasons that led him to leave the light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg) and revealed how he intends to use his physical strength competing among the organization's top athletes.
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“Now I’m moving up a weight class, which I believe is due to my maturity bringing me to where I am now, physical maturity. I’m getting stronger, so it was getting harder to make weight and I don’t want to lose speed, so I just stayed at my natural weight. I don’t lack strength, I have the strength of a heavyweight,” said Johnny Walker.
The fighter also commented on his strategy should the plan for the fight not work out over the rounds. Walker stated that he intends to rely on the power of his hands and increase his aggression to avoid repeating a problem he experienced in his previous bout.
"You can expect from me, if I get past the second round and see that the game plan didn't work, I'm going to bite my mouthguard, lower my chin and punch them hard. My last fight lacked that, I'm not going to let it happen again," revealed the Brazilian.
Johnny Walker opens up about his heavyweight debut at UFC 332.
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