Jean Silva travels to UFC London and promises to 'steal the show' to guarantee a fight against Volkanovski

Jean Silva Meets Volkanovski at an event. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/jeansilvamma

Jean Silva He is so determined to secure a title fight against Alexander Volkanovsky who will closely monitor his main competitors. After defeating arnold allen No. UFC 324The Brazilian reinforced his desire to face the featherweight champion (up to 65,7 kg). However, Volkanovski indicated that the next challenger must emerge from the confrontation between Movsar Evloev e Lerone murphy, scheduled for next Saturday (21), in UFC London.

In a post on his Instagram stories, Jean revealed that he will be traveling at the organization's invitation to watch the fight from the front row. According to him, the intention is not only to watch the fight up close, but also to advance negotiations for a title shot, as well as to promote the eventual confrontation at a level he considers historic within the category.

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"Dude, we're going on a trip, at Dana and Hunter's invitation, to watch Evloev and..." Lerone murphy "I'll be up close and sign the belt contract, and listen, brother, it's going to be the biggest promotion anyone has ever seen for a belt. The way I'm going to sell this fight is unbelievable," he said. Jean Silva.

The Brazilian also adopted a provocative tone when commenting on the possible outcome of the fight. According to Jean, if the fight doesn't meet expectations, he intends to step into the cage and position himself as an immediate title contender, downplaying the importance of his two rivals.

"After the fight is over, I'm going up there and hand in their resignations, I don't care," Lord concluded.

Jean Silva reveals the reasons that make him the ideal opponent for Alexander Volkanovski in the UFC.

Jean Silva want to face Alexander Volkanovsky for the UFC belt. Photo: SUPER LUTAS montage

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In an exclusive interview with SUPER LUTAS, Jean Silva He stated that a potential duel between him and Volkanovski would carry much more weight than fights against other contenders for the belt. In the Brazilian's view, public interest and the impact of the fight would put his name ahead of direct rivals in the race for a title opportunity.

"Brother, I'm going to tell you three things. Think about it, Evloev versus Volkanovski. Think about it, Lerone murphy against Volkanovski. Now, think, Jean Silva "Against Volkanovski. Who do you think is worth more? Tell me… Okay, I think the fight itself answers that. And if he doesn't want to, I'll go to his house, don't worry," he said. Jean Silva.

Finally, Jean emphasized that he sees the potential fight as a mission to uphold the legacy of José Aldo At the top of the division's history. According to him, if Volkanovski achieves another major victory, the Australian could surpass the feats of the former Brazilian champion. Therefore, the athlete believes that a victory of his would be important to preserve Aldo as the greatest featherweight of all time.

“This will happen. And after ten years, we will continue Aldo's legacy here in Brazil. Aldo being the greatest of all time, because if he beats someone now, he surpasses Aldo. And if Brazil is with me on this, we won't let it happen,” Lord concluded.