Deiveson backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
Deiveson Figueiredo He already has a well-defined goal in this new phase of his UFC career. The former flyweight champion (up to 56,7kg) is aiming high in the bantamweight division and has made it clear that he dreams of a rematch against... Petr yan, current bantamweight champion (up to 61,2 kg).
In a recent statement to the 'Ag Fight' portal, Figueiredo stated that he sees Umar Nurmagomedov This is the last major obstacle before reaching the duel he most desires. The Russian, who holds the second position in the ranking, represents a high-level test for the Brazilian, but also a direct opportunity to qualify for a title fight.
"The Umar Nurmagomedov He's a good name, he's number 2 in the ranking. Getting past him, I'm sure I'll get the rematch, which is what I want most, against... Petr yan "It's going to happen," Deiveson stated.
The Brazilian also commented on the timing of the division after the fall of Merab Dvalishvili He praised Yan's championship win. According to the 'God of War', the change at the top of the rankings opens up opportunities for new challenges and proves that no one is unbeatable in the UFC.
I liked the Petr yan To become champion, it was time for someone to take the... Merab Dvalishvili"It's about creating space in the division, right? There are more athletes there, and nobody is invincible, man. Sooner or later, defeat comes to show that the guy is making a mistake," he added.
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Before thinking about titles or revenge, however, the 'God of War' will have a commitment ahead of him... UFC 324, on January 24th, in Las Vegas (USA). The Brazilian faces Umar Nurmagomedov, Cousin of Khabib Nurmagomedov, in a fight valid for the bantamweight division.
Currently ranked sixth, a victory could put him head-to-head with Petr yan Again, this also paves the way for him to try and become champion in two different weight classes within the UFC. Check out the fight schedule below. UFC 324 (subject to change).
UFC 324 fight schedule
MAIN CARD (23pm Brasília time)
Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Justin gaethje x Paddy Pimblett – interim title fight
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley x song yadong
Heavy weight (up to 120,2 kg): Waldo Cortes-Acosta x Derrick Lewis
Flyweight (up to 57 kg): Natalia Silva x Rose namajunas
Featherweight (up to 65,8 kg): arnold allen x Jean Silva
PRELIMINARY CARD (19pm Brasília time)
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Umar Nurmagomedov x Deiveson Figueiredo
Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Ateba Gautier x Andrey Pulyaev
Light heavyweight (up to 93 kg): Nikita Krylov x Modest Bukauskas
Flyweight (up to 57 kg): Alex Perez x Charles Johnson
Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Michael Johnson x Alexander Hernandez
Heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg): Josh Hokit x Denzel Freeman
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Ricky Turcios x Cameron Smotherman
Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg): Adam Fugitt Ty Miller
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