Oh, did you hear? Sean O’Malley and Marlon Vera had a bit of a moment. Yeah, at the UFC hotel. They weren’t exactly exchanging pleasantries. If you’re curious, there’s a tweet floating around that caught the whole thing. Oscar Willis was the one who shared it. Happened on March 6, 2024.
Marlon Vera? He’s not sweating it. Says he’s geared up for whatever O’Malley’s planning to toss his way for their UFC 299 rematch. The anticipation’s killing me, honestly.
So, the deal is, Vera’s stepping into the octagon with O’Malley. They’re duking it out for the bantamweight title. This showdown’s happening at the Kaseya Center in Miami. Can you feel the heat?
O’Malley’s been stirring the pot, as usual. He told the press he’s been DM’ing Vera. Wanted them to bug Vera for the juicy details. Classic O’Malley move, right?
Vera played it cool, though. Didn’t spill the beans on those texts. Just mentioned O’Malley’s trying to mess with his head. His response? A cheeky selfie. Gotta love that confidence.
Mind games. That’s O’Malley’s thing. But Vera? He’s not having any of it. Their awkward hotel run-in? Vera had a… let’s say, colorful response to O’Malley’s taunt. Shame the cameras missed his comeback.
Vera’s not just talking a big game. He’s promising to back it up come fight night. O’Malley’s trying to psych him out, but Vera’s focus is ironclad. He’s in it to win it, no doubt about it.
Remember their first fight back in 2020? O’Malley’s still calling that loss a fluke. Says he’ll only accept it if Vera can pull off another win. Meanwhile, O’Malley’s already eyeing a fight with the featherweight champ, Ilia Topuria.
Vera? He couldn’t care less about O’Malley’s plans. He’s all in on his training, his mindset. Everything else is just noise to him.
But don’t get it twisted. Vera’s ready to throw down, street fighter style. He’s not about to let O’Malley or his crew intimidate him.
And about O’Malley’s flashy style? Vera’s got some thoughts on that too. Threw some shade at O’Malley and his team’s vibe. But when it comes down to it, Vera’s focused on the fight. He wants his corner’s advice, not trash talk.
So, that’s the scoop. These two are gearing up for a battle that’s sure to be one for the books. Can’t wait to see how it all unfolds at UFC 299.