Sodiq Yusuff is eager for a title fight after his upcoming bout against Edson Barboza. Read about his journey, the potential power vacuum in the featherweight division, and his aspirations to bring the UFC to Africa.
| Sodiq Yusuff is preparing for his biggest opportunity yet, facing Edson Barboza at UFC Fight Night.
| With a victory, Yusuff believes he will be in the conversation for a title fight.
| Alexander Volkanovski’s move to the lightweight division leaves a potential power vacuum in the featherweight division.
| Yusuff suggests Ilia Topuria as a possible contender for an interim belt.
| Yusuff expresses his desire to bring the UFC to Africa.
Sodiq Yusuff’s Journey to a Title Fight
Sodiq Yusuff, the Nigerian-born fighter, is gearing up for his highly anticipated featherweight bout against Edson Barboza at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas. This fight is being hailed as Yusuff’s biggest opportunity yet, as he looks to make a statement in the division and secure a shot at the title.
Yusuff, 30, is no stranger to tough opponents, having faced the likes of Arnold Allen in the past. However, he believes that a victory over Barboza will catapult him into the conversation for a title fight. With his sights set on the ultimate prize, Yusuff is ready to take a more aggressive approach in future fights.
The Power Vacuum in the Featherweight Division
Yusuff also weighed in on the recent news of Alexander Volkanovski stepping in to fight Islam Makhachev at UFC 294. With Charles Oliveira ruled out due to an eye injury, Volkanovski’s move to the lightweight division leaves a potential power vacuum in the featherweight division.
While Yusuff predicts Makhachev to come out on top in the fight, he acknowledges Volkanovski’s impressive track record and the impact his decision could have on the title picture. The Nigerian fighter wonders if Ilia Topuria would be willing to fight for an interim belt, and even suggests a matchup against Max Holloway.
Bringing UFC to Africa
In addition to his aspirations for a title fight, Yusuff also expressed his desire to bring the UFC to Africa. As a proud West African, he would be thrilled to compete on an African card, particularly if it were held closer to his home region.
Yusuff believes that an African event would be a significant milestone for the sport and hopes that the UFC will consider hosting a card on the continent in the near future.
Stay tuned for more updates on Sodiq Yusuff’s journey and his quest for a title shot!
