UFC newcomer Daria Zheleznyakova in an interview with said that she does not attach importance to the Brazilian’s decision Amanda Nunes end his career, as there are still enough strong opponents in the promotion.
In June, 27-year-old Zheleznyakova signed a contract with the UFC. The Russian has eight victories and one loss in MMA. Nunes, 35, announced her retirement after defeating Irene Aldano in the main event of UFC 289. At that time, she held the UFC belts in the lightweight and featherweight categories. The Brazilian was the leader of the UFC women’s rankings, regardless of weight class.
– Aren’t you upset that the No. 1 ranked non-weight class, UFC two-weight class champion Amanda Nunes has ended her career?
– A lot of people tell me: “She ended her career, as you came” (laughs). I do not worry. It’s his decision. I had a conversation with the former coaching staff about meeting Nunes about two years ago, when I replied that I might have fought her. But for that, I needed to raise my level of jiu-jitsu. And the main condition for this fight was to have the right coach in my corner and a clear plan. In general, we projected our possible fight with Nunes. Although I think it’s a stupid idea to hunt a fighter. After all, there will always be new rivals. Therefore, you must first think about yourself and your progress.
– Now Daria Zheleznyakova appeared in the UFC.
– Well yes (laughing).
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