Cris Cyborg, the Bellator MMA featherweight champion, prepares for a new challenge in the boxing ring. Learn about her transition from MMA to boxing and her upcoming fight against Kelsey Wickstrum. Stay updated on the latest news in combat sports on SpectationSports.Com.
| Cris Cyborg, the Bellator MMA featherweight champion, is stepping into the boxing ring for a new challenge. Despite her background in jiu-jitsu and wrestling, Cyborg acknowledges the differences in timing and pace between boxing and mixed martial arts. Patience becomes crucial in the world of boxing, where strategic punches and heart are paramount. In an upcoming bout against undefeated Kelsey Wickstrum, Cyborg will need to adapt to the shorter rounds and focus on precise punches. While Cyborg respects her opponent’s technical skills, the talk in the combat sports world centers around a potential fight with PFL star Kayla Harrison. Despite some contractual complications, Cyborg remains determined to make the fight happen. Stay updated on the latest news in combat sports on SpectationSports.Com. |
Cris Cyborg, the Bellator MMA featherweight champion, is facing a new challenge as she steps into the boxing ring. Despite her experience in jiu-jitsu and wrestling, Cyborg acknowledges that the timing and pace of boxing differ from mixed martial arts. At 38 years old, Cyborg is in remarkable shape, but she recognizes that patience is key in the world of boxing. In an upcoming bout against undefeated Kelsey Wickstrum, Cyborg will need to rely on her heart and strategic punches. The fight, scheduled for six rounds at 154 pounds, presents a mental and strategic shift for Cyborg, who is used to five-minute rounds in MMA. While Cyborg respects her opponent’s technical skills and heart, the talk in the combat sports world revolves around a potential showdown with PFL star Kayla Harrison. Despite some contractual complications, Cyborg remains focused on the possibility of facing Harrison in the near future. The anticipation for this fight has been building for three years, and Cyborg believes it’s time for it to happen. In the meantime, she is fully committed to her upcoming boxing challenge against Wickstrum. Watch the fight live on SpectationSports.Com.
