MIAMI – Dominick Reyes is staking the declare he has the most effective left hand in MMA proper now.
Whereas that assertion could be debated, Reyes’ energy and timing have been on full show within the UFC 314 essential card opener Saturday. Reyes (15-4 MMA, 9-4 UFC) flattened opponent Nikita Krylov (29-10 MMA, 11-8 UFC) at Kaseya Heart.
“I’m going to inform you proper now I’ve bought the most effective left within the sport,” Reyes informed MMA Junkie and different reporters at a post-fight information convention. “There ain’t no debate about that. … Alex has a left hook. I’ve a pull-two. He’s an orthodox fighter. I’m a southpaw. So, what’s up?”
There’s nothing however love between Reyes and Pereira (12-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC). The 2 educated collectively in 2022 forward of Pereira’s first MMA matchup with Israel Adesanya which was on the identical card as Reyes’ battle vs. Ryan Spann.
Since then, Reyes and Pereira have diverged. Reyes has voiced disinterest within the prospect of combating Pereira. However a coaching reunion, Reyes hopes occurs.
“I’ve undoubtedly bought to see them once more,” Reyes stated. “They have been so form to me once I was at my lowest. I’ll don’t have anything however love and respect for these guys for the remainder of my life. So I wish to see him once more, get some work in. However we’ll see. We’ll see.”
Reyes, 35, might be one battle away from a UFC title shot. He’s U-turned his profession momentum with three-straight wins which have come after four-straight losses. Reyes known as the previous 12 months the most effective of his life.
“Pure adulation,” Reyes stated. “It’s affirmation that every part I’m doing is appropriate. (I’m feeling) gratitude that the lord has anointed my tonight. I’m simply grateful.”
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