Need money? Diego Lopes taunts Jean Silva before UFC Noche showdown

Diego lopes in action in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X

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The climate between Diego lopes e Jean Silva It's not at all friendly in the days leading up to the long-awaited UFC Night. Amid a series of provocative exchanges between the two featherweights (up to 65,7 kg), the Brazilian based in Mexico believes that his compatriot's attitudes in interviews over the last few months have been motivated almost exclusively by financial issues.

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In an interview with Canadian reporter Ariel Helwani on the program 'The Ariel Helwani Show' on YouTube last Tuesday (9), Franja confessed not understanding why he harbored antipathy Jean Silva, but did not rule out the need for the Fighting Nerds member to raise money.

"I don't have a relationship with him, but I think this guy is jealous because I have great hair and he doesn't. Man, I'm cool with everyone, but this guy says he doesn't like me; okay, I don't like you either. He talks a lot, but that's okay. This guy needs the money for himself. This guy will need the money after the fight, because he won't win and won't get the victory bonus," the fighter stated.

“This guy doesn't like me, so I don't like him now.

I don't have a relationship with [Jean Silva], but I think this guy is jealous because I have great hair and he doesn't.”@Diegolopesmma you answer Jean Silva's recent comments. pic.twitter.com/496B2XGIUG

- Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) September 9, 2025

Diego Lopes is coming off a loss in his title fight

Diego lopes cries desolately after UFC 314. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/Team Iridium

After a series of victories in the biggest MMA organization in the world, the Brazilian had the opportunity to face Alexander Volkanovsky for the featherweight belt (up to 65,7 kg) in the main fight of the UFC 314. Despite having had good moments throughout the 25 minutes of combat, including getting a knockdown, He ended up defeated by unanimous decision. Now, the Brazilian/Mexican is looking to recover this Saturday (13).

In contrast, Jean Silva is on a 13-fight winning streak and hasn't lost since 2018. If he wins, the Fighting Nerds fighter could become the first athlete from the academy to fight for a UFC belt.