The Fighting Nerds team received a major boost as its main athletes prepare for the biggest challenges of their careers. With Caio Borralho and Mauricio Ruffy about to enter the fray at UFC Paris , Jean Silva confirmed for UFC Noche , and Carlos Prates two months away from UFC 322, the São Paulo-based team had the special presence of Lyoto Machida , who brought his children to participate in a sparring session.
In a video posted on Fighting Nerds' social media, the former UFC champion praised the team's training system. Machida highlighted the high technical level of the sparring partners and expressed his appreciation for the methodology, which consists of isolated duels closely monitored by the other athletes. Despite requiring more time, the Brazilian emphasized that the model results in remarkable development in the participants.
"The sparring sessions were very good, the technical level was very high. I really liked the system, you know... isolated sparring, two guys doing it and everyone watching. It takes more time, yes, but the improvement is undeniable," said Lyoto Machida.
Fighting Nerds' busy UFC schedule
Following the triumphs of Rodolfo Vieira , Karina 'Killer', Michal Oleksiejczuk , Carlos Prates , and Bruna Brasil in August, Fighting Nerds enters September with an even greater mission. On September 6th, Caio Borralho faces Nassourdine Imavov in the main event of UFC Paris , in a fight that could determine the next challenger for the middleweight title (up to 83,9kg).
On the same card, Mauricio Ruffy faces Benoit Saint Denis in the co-main event. Then, on September 13th, Jean Silva will take on Diego Lopes at UFC Noche.
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