Walter Walker e Johnny Walker celebrate after victory in UFC Nashville. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram.
Previously seen as one of the biggest promises in the light heavyweight division (up to 93kg) and considered to be the man to beat Jon Jones, Johnny Walker demonstrates that his dream remains to become the division champion. Amidst a difficult phase in his career, the fighter plans to return to winning ways and win the title in the future.
Despite the apparent effort to reach the weight required by the division, the fighter expresses confidence that he will be able to defeat opponents who are put in front of him to reach the current champion Magomed Ankalayev.
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"When my time comes, I'll move up to heavyweight, but it's not time yet. I have to finish what I have to do at 93kg, get the belt and beat the guys I have to beat," Johnny declared to Sexto Round.
No popes in the tongue, Walter Walker, Johnny's brother, didn't hesitate to reveal what he thinks about his family member's plan.
"I want to slap him in the face and say: 'Champion of 93, you son of a b***h, it's Ankalaev! You lost twice to him, forget it, you bastard, go to heavyweight," Valter said during the Sexto Round podcast.
Johnny Walker was knocked out in UFC Las Vegas 84 by Magomed Ankalayev. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Scheduled to star in UFC Shanghai on August 12, Johnny is preparing to face Mingyang Zhang, an undefeated Ultimate fighter and considered a great prospect after knocking out his last nine opponents. Currently, the Brazilian is a major underdog among bookmakers.
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