Probably the most thrilling light-weight contenders within the UFC proper now has put his hand up in case the promotion wants somebody to step in.
The co-main occasion of UFC 314 subsequent month sees the often divisive Paddy Pimblett take on Michael Chandler in an enormous conflict at 155-pounds.
With Chandler looking to bounce back by handing Pimblett his first loss contained in the Octagon, there are huge stakes at play for each males on April 12.
Ought to something occur to both man, with this being one of the talked about fights on the calendar proper now, the UFC would wish an thrilling substitute.
The matchmakers have had their job made simpler if such circumstances unfold after a rising star who produced a jaw-dropping knockout against King Green at UFC 313 final weekend put his identify within the combine.
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Mauricio Ruffy tells the UFC that he’s able to step in at UFC 314 if wanted
Mauricio Ruffy was already one of the talked about current additions to the UFC roster heading into UFC 313 on March 8.
After stopping King Green with a knockout of the yr contender, his inventory has gone by way of the roof and it seems to be like no matter is subsequent for the Brazilian, will probably be one thing huge.
Contemplating that he’s within the UFC’s good books proper now as one of the talked about fighters within the sport, Ruffy seemingly regarded to capitalize on this in a current submit.
Michael Chandler’s own teammate, Jared Gordon, has already stated that he hopes to get a call to step in in order that he can attempt to avenge his controversial loss to Paddy Pimblett.
Nonetheless, with Ruffy additionally declaring that he will likely be prepared and capable of battle in Miami, it seems to be just like the UFC may need discovered their man in case something occurs to one of the anticipated fights of 2025 to this point.
“UFC, I’m able to face Michael Chandler or Paddy Pimblett, if the battle falls by way of! I’m 100% bodily, I’M READY! You’ve my quantity, simply name!”
UFC, estou pronto para enfrentar Michael Chandler ou Paddy Pimblett, caso a luta caia! Estou 100% fisicamente, ESTOU PRONTO! Vocês têm meu número, basta ligar!
@UFCBrasil @ufc @danawhite
— Mauricio Ruffy (@Ruffymma) March 14, 2025
Mauricio Ruffy already had a subsequent opponent in thoughts
In his post-fight interview after producing a exceptional knockout contained in the T-Cellular Enviornment in Las Vegas, Mauricio Ruffy already knew who he wished to battle subsequent.
The rising star known as for a battle with Beneil Dariush who at present occupies the #9-ranking spot within the light-weight division.
Dariush responded in an interview with Submission Radio the place he acknowledged that while he’s pursuing fights towards larger ranked opponents, he wouldn’t flip this matchup down both.
“In the event that they name me to battle him, then so be it. Then we’re preventing him.”
