Breaking news! Mauricio Ruffy becomes the official reserve fighter for the Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway fight at UFC 329.

Ruffy focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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One of the most dynamic athletes in all of MMA, Mauricio Ruffy may be about to experience the most important moment of his career. With less than a week to go... UFC 329, the Brazilian announced via social media on Sunday morning (5) that he was chosen to occupy the official reserve position for the fight between Conor McGregor e Max Holloway, main attraction of the night. He will leave for Las Vegas on Monday (6).

In the video, he reveals that the initiative to participate in the fight came from himself. Furthermore, the fighter also stepped on a scale to show that he weighs 84 kg, a number compatible with the cut for the fight. UFC 329, valid for the welterweight division (up to 77,1 kg). Despite being a substitute for either of the two stars of the main fight, he didn't hide who he would like to face in the octagon.

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"You know that I made myself available for the fight of..." Conor McGregor to Max HollowayI'm going to Las Vegas now, let's see what happens. I took good care of myself, these guys made me train during my vacation. Me against the Conor McGregor I believe it would be a very good fight. A fight that I would find easier because of rhythm and everything else,” he stated.

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Therefore, Ruffy must make weight on Friday (10) and confirm his possible participation. If one of the athletes is unable to fight, the opportunity will fall into the Brazilian's lap. He also speculated on how a confrontation with Abençoado would unfold.

"Always keeping in mind the dangers of fighting, but I believe it would be a cool fight against the..." Max Holloway "And I believe in my knockout power. He's a guy who likes to play offensively all the time, but I go in there to finish the fights and I don't miss my opportunities. It would be cool to see this fight happen," he added.

Maurício Ruffy is in great form in the UFC.

Mauricio Ruffy knocked out Michael chandler No. UFC White HousePhoto X / UFC News

One of the most technically skilled strikers in the entire Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Ruffy has recovered well from his setback against... Benoit Saint-Denis last year when winning Raphael Fiziev e Michael chandler In sequence, both by knockout. In total, the fighter from Alagoas has five wins in the world's largest MMA organization, with only one of them by decision. In case of a victory next Saturday, he could even dream of a title fight.