UFC featherweight Movsar Evloev discusses his upcoming fight against Diego Lopes, the withdrawal of Bryce Mitchell, his potential to dethrone Alexander Volkanovski, and his thoughts on the Sterling vs. Cejudo main event.
UFC featherweight Movsar Evloev recently spoke to reporters at the UFC 288 media day, ahead of his matchup with Diego Lopes at Saturday’s pay-per-view event. Evloev discussed the change in his opponent, his reaction to Bryce Mitchell being forced to withdraw from the scheduled bout, and why he believes he is the one who can dethrone current champion Alexander Volkanovski. He also shared his thoughts on the main event between Aljamain Sterling and Henry Cejudo.
When asked about his upcoming fight against Diego Lopes, Evloev expressed confidence in his abilities and preparation. He acknowledged the unexpected change in opponent but did not seem overly concerned about the shift, focusing instead on his own performance and preparation for the fight.
On the subject of Bryce Mitchell’s withdrawal from the scheduled bout, Evloev expressed his disappointment but also understood that such changes can be part of the sport. He aims to eventually face Mitchell in a future fight, but for now, his focus is on defeating Diego Lopes and showcasing his skills in the Octagon.
Discussing the main event between Aljamain Sterling and Henry Cejudo, Evloev shared his enthusiasm for the matchup and his admiration for both fighters. Despite his focus on his own fight and aspirations to eventually challenge Alexander Volkanovski for the featherweight championship, he remains a fan of the sport and appreciates the talent displayed in high-profile matchups such as Sterling versus Cejudo.