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Diego lopes Focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X/diegolopesmma
In February, in Australia, Diego lopes He suffered a tough defeat in his career. On that occasion, the Brazilian fought for the featherweight title (up to 65,8 kg) for the second time and was defeated by the champion. Alexander Volkanovsky By unanimous decision again. Aware that he is unlikely to fight for the title in the category in a short space of time, 'Franja' expressed interest in moving to lightweight (up to 70,3 kg), but his wish was not granted.
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In an interview on the 'Hablemos MMA' podcast, Diego revealed that the organization prevented him from changing weight classes, at least for now. Even knowing of the Brazilian's intention to move up to lightweight, the company gave him another fight at featherweight. Now, the athlete will face the knockout artist. Steve Garcia, who is experiencing a great phase in his career, in UFC White House, an event scheduled to take place on June 14th.
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Therefore, Lopes withdrew from the fight against Mateusz gamrot, which could mark his start in the lightweight division. Last Saturday (11), the Pole put on a show by finishing Esteban Ribovics In the second round, and excited, he challenged 'El Brabo'. Upon learning of the challenge made by the athlete, the Brazilian seemed enthusiastic, but lamented being 'stuck' and having pending issues to resolve in the featherweight division.
“I heard about it and also received many comments. I didn't watch the fight or the event because I was busy with other things. Honestly, it's interesting because I've already talked about my desire to move up to lightweight. I don't want to say unfortunately, but for now, the UFC is keeping me at featherweight. But, for sure, if the UFC gives me the chance to move up to lightweight, Gamrot would be a good fight,” said the fighter.
Diego's fighters in MMA
Diego lopes, 31 years old, is a popular, exciting fighter and one of the best in the featherweight division. The Brazilian began his MMA career in 2012. He debuted in the UFC in 2023 and became something of a sensation. Not surprisingly, the athlete has fought for the category's belt twice.
Currently, 'Franja' is ranked second in the division. In the sport, the professional has built a record of 27 wins, 23 by stoppage (12 by submission and 11 by knockout), and eight losses. His main victories were against Brian ortega, Dan Ige, Jean Silva e Sodiq Yusuf.
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