Glover points to a 'new Poatan' and suggests a fight against Jean Silva: 'Everyone wants to see it'

Alex Poatán celebrates title alongside Glover Teixeira. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Glover Teixeira He was impressed with the performance of Kevin Vallejos No. ufc vegas 114The Argentinian needed only one round to... knock off the veteran Josh Emmett, securing a place in the top 10 of the featherweight division (up to 65,7 kg). The dominant performance caught the attention of the former champion, who even compared him to his pupil and two-time UFC champion, Alex Poatán.

During an appearance on the 'Overdogs Brasil' podcast, Glover Teixeira He highlighted Vallejos' evolution and maturity inside the octagon. According to the former champion, the young man demonstrated strength, control, and an unusual calmness for his age, characteristics that position him as a potential future champion of the organization.

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“The kid is very good, very strong. Emmett fought Topuria and did better (than against Vallejos)… This kid controlled the fight with a calmness that reminded me of Poatan. He approached very calmly, at a good distance, relaxed, very experienced. The kid has a great chance of becoming champion,” he said. Glover Teixeira.

Glover also pointed out that Vallejos could quickly become a relevant name in the division, even entering discussions for big fights. For the veteran, a possible rematch against Vallejos is a possibility. Jean Silva It emerges as a natural duel, with the potential to even headline a UFC event.

"He's going to be a handful. I don't know why they're not talking about it yet, but I think they're going to start talking about a rematch with him." Jean Silva"It's a fight everyone wants to see. That's the main event of Fight Night. It's a promising fight, both of them fighting for a title shot," concluded the former champion.

Jean Silva has already beaten Kevin Vallejos.

Jean Silva e Kevin Vallejos They are having a good run in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/Montage SUPER LUTAS

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Despite his current good run, with four consecutive wins in the UFC octagon, Kevin Vallejos He had to postpone his debut in the organization. The Argentinian faced Jean Silva in the 2023 Contender Series season and ended up being defeated by the Brazilian by unanimous decision.

Despite the setback, Vallejos managed to bounce back. After stringing together two victories, he received another opportunity in the Contender Series and, this time, secured his contract with the UFC.