Aljamain Sterling Aims to Prove Himself in Upcoming UFC Fight Night
Does Aljamain Sterling have anything to prove? Ex-champ says 'yes and no'
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Former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling is set to headline UFC Fight Night 277 against Youssef Zalal in Las Vegas. Despite his impressive record, Sterling feels he has something to prove as he seeks to secure a title shot in the featherweight division after moving up from bantamweight.
- 01Aljamain Sterling is fighting Youssef Zalal at UFC Fight Night 277.
- 02Sterling, a former bantamweight champion, aims for a title shot in the featherweight division.
- 03He acknowledges the pressure from younger fighters but remains determined.
- 04Sterling believes he has something to prove despite his successful career.
- 05He emphasizes his hard work and dedication to improving himself.
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Aljamain Sterling (25-5 MMA, 17-5 UFC), the former bantamweight champion, is preparing for a significant fight against Youssef Zalal (18-5-1 MMA, 8-3-1 UFC) at UFC Fight Night 277 in Las Vegas. After moving up to the featherweight division, Sterling has a record of 2-1 and is looking to secure a title shot against current champion Alexander Volkanovski. Sterling reflects on his career, noting that some fans may only know him from his first fight against Petr Yan, missing out on his earlier achievements. He feels a mix of pressure and motivation from younger fighters, stating, "It's easy to get complacent... but training with these young guys keeps you on top of your game." Sterling's goal is not only to win against Zalal but to prove that he is still a contender in the sport. He has reached out to Zalal, expressing mutual respect while maintaining his ambition to succeed, saying, "I'm greedy, man. I want it all."
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Sterling's performance could influence his career trajectory and the future of the featherweight division.
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