Diego Lopes' first UFC executioner suggests a rematch to determine the next title challenger

Movsar Evloev opens the door to a duel against a Brazilian and shows his eagerness to fight for the division's throne in the future.

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M. Evloev (left) defeated Diego lopes (dir) in 2023. Photo: Reproduction/X

Currently ranked first in the featherweight rankings (up to 65,7 kg) and in search of the dreamed chance for the title, Movsar Evloev shows eagerness to fight to qualify him as the next challenger to the belt. Executioner of Diego lopes when the Brazilian debuted in the organization, the undefeated Russian did not hesitate to open the doors for a rematch after the Manaus native triumphed in Night UFC.

On his social media, Evloev made several speeches in which he expressed his willingness to face athletes who are strong contenders for the division. In addition to Diego, the Russian also called for Lerone murphy, fourth in the ranking.

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"Congratulations, Diego lopes. Let's have the rematch or maybe I can fight against Lerone murphy. It doesn't matter if it's either of those two. I'm the only one who can beat Volk right now, but if I need to fight Lerone or Diego, I'll have no problem doing so. I won. Diego lopes, arnold allen e aljamain sterling easily. No one deserves anything, and if any of them want to face me, I won't have a problem with that," Evloev declared in the last few hours on his official X account.

Diego lopes in battle against M. Evloev. Photo: Reproduction/X

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Known for his outstanding grappling, Evloev was warned by officials that, due to his lackluster style, his title shot would be postponed. The situation was apparently welcomed by the fighter, who is tirelessly pursuing the opportunity to return to the Octagon soon.

Despite the statement, Movsar has not yet received a response from Diego and Lerone. Both athletes requested that the duel against Alexander Volkanovsky be offered below.

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