The bantamweight division remains one of the most stacked divisions in the UFC. Top contender Cory Sandhagen prepares to face the undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov. While Nurmagomedov’s perfect record has garnered significant hype, Sandhagen remains unfazed by the daunting challenge ahead.
Sportskeeda MMA recently interviewed Cory Sandhagen. He discussed his upcoming fight against the undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov in Abu Dhabi. Sandhagen didn’t seem very impressed with Nurmagomedov’s perfect record and vowed to take the ‘0’ away in August.
It’s cool that he is undefeated and I’m very happy to take the 0 away from him. Be that guy.
Cory Sandhagen via Sportskeeda MMA
The seasoned bantamweight contender understood the weight of Nurmagomedov’s unblemished record. Moreover, he recognized the opportunity that presented itself. Currently ranked #2 in the bantamweight division, Sandhagen holds a higher position than Nurmagomedov, who is at #10. As such, winning could potentially push Sandhagen to become the next title contender.
Cory Sandhagen knows he has a chance to etch his name in the sport’s history books. To dethrone an undefeated fighter, especially one carrying the Nurmagomedov surname, will remain a statement victory of the highest order. Sandhagen had recently pointed out some holes in Nurmagomedov’s game. He would definitely want to use those to his advantage and memorably win the fight.
Cory Sandhagen is optimistic in his ability to finish Umar Nurmagomedov
Cory Sandhagen is leaving no stone unturned in his preparation for the highly anticipated bout against Umar Nurmagomedov. The bantamweight contender is confident that his hard work will pay off, and he expects to finish the fight in spectacular fashion.
Cory Sandhagen is confident in his ability to finish Umar Nurmagomedov (via YouTube/ MMA Fighting)Sandhagen expressed his determination to put on a jaw-dropping performance. The bantamweight star revealed he was confident in getting a finish against the undefeated Nurmagomedov. Sandhagen’s confidence remains bolstered by his improvements since recovering from an elbow injury.
I think as long as I work my a** off, I could definitely get a finish in this one. I want this fight to be one that, like, drops people’s jaws. Like, I want people to be like, ‘Wow, Cory is that good. Like, man, I didn’t know Cory could grapple like that. I didn’t know that he could fundamentally break someone down in striking the way that he did.
Cory Sandhagen via Sportskeeda MMA
The matchup between Sandhagen and Nurmagomedov has been a long time in the making. The bout between the two was initially scheduled in the past, but it fell through. With both fighters in prime form, the stage is set for an explosive encounter in Abu Dhabi in August.
