Diego lopes Promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
As much as Amanda nunes, Diego lopes He has plenty of reason to celebrate. The Brazilian overcame the competition in the featherweight division (up to 65,8 kg) and was selected to challenge the champion. Alexander Volkanovsky No. UFC 325, an event scheduled to take place on January 31 in Sydney (AUS). The information was released by Dana White, president of the company, on his social networks this Thursday (27).
The main fight of UFC 325 It's a rematch. The first fight between Diego and Volkanovski took place in April, for the vacant title in the division. On that occasion, the Australian prevailed over the Brazilian by unanimous decision, reclaiming the division's throne. Now, the Manaus native has a new chance to reach the top of the weight class and also to get revenge on the MMA legend.
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Who did Diego leave behind?
To challenge champion Volkanovski and have a rematch at UFC 325Diego had to overcome stiff competition. Besides the Brazilian, Lerone murphy e Movsar Evloev They were in the race to compete for the featherweight title. However, the Brazilian left the pair behind, largely due to his popularity, his aggressive fighting style, and his impressive recent victory. In September, the athlete knocked out... Jean Silva in the second round, ending his compatriot's undefeated streak in the company.
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