Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov? Yeah, looks like they’re gearing up for a rematch. Both fighters seem to be on board, shaking hands over the internet, so to speak.
Oh, and remember when they were supposed to throw down last August? Nurmagomedov had to bail because of an injury. Meanwhile, Sandhagen wasn’t just sitting around. He absolutely schooled Rob Font in what turned into a clinic at UFC on ESPN 50. But, ouch, he tore his tricep in the process. Talk about a win with a sting.
Nurmagomedov didn’t stay quiet for long, though. Just last weekend, he steamrolled Bekzat Almakhan at UFC Fight Night 238. After his win, he was like, “Hey, let’s get that match with Sandhagen back on the books.” Bold move, right?
Sandhagen’s been on fire, stacking up three wins in a row. He even took down Marlon Vera, who’s sitting pretty at No. 1 contender spot. Initially, Sandhagen had his eyes on the title, but now? He’s all in for a fight with Nurmagomedov, especially with a title shot as the prize.
In an interview, Sandhagen laid it out. “Fighting Umar? No problem,” he said. “If it gets me closer to that title shot, I’m all for it. Let’s make it clear who deserves to fight for the belt.” He’s confident that beating Nurmagomedov leaves no room for doubt: he should be next in line for a shot at the title.
So, there you have it. A clash between Sandhagen and Nurmagomedov seems inevitable. Both are hungry for a win that promises a shot at the championship. It’s not just a fight; it’s a decider. Who will edge closer to the title? Time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: it’s going to be epic.