Anatoly Malykhin is making it abundantly clear that he feels no strain heading into his subsequent project.
The three-division ONE MMA World Champion defends his heavyweight crown in opposition to “Reug Reug” Oumar Kane at ONE 169: Atlanta. This U.S. primetime occasion takes place on the State Farm Enviornment on November 8.
“Reug Reug” has turned heads these days, racking up three consecutive victories to place himself for a World Title shot.
Along with his grappling prowess and punching energy, the Senegalese brute appears to pose a major problem on paper.
Nevertheless, Malykhin is much from intimidated by what his opponent brings to the desk.
“The one factor ‘Reug Reug’ actually has going for him is his power. Yeah, the man’s sturdy, and his stability ain’t unhealthy, however that’s about it,” the Russian powerhouse mentioned.
But, he didn’t cease there. “Sladkiy” criticized Kane’s endurance, labeling it as suspect and untested within the championship rounds — some extent he plans to use after they meet within the Circle.
“He’s sluggish, can’t time punches for the lifetime of him, and his cardio sucks. Three rounds and he’s gassed, and it is a five-rounder,” Malykhin mentioned.
Furthermore, Malykhin subtly casts doubt on his foe’s sportsmanship, suggesting that the challenger might resort to unconventional ways when confronted with adversity.
“‘Reug Reug’ often falls aside after the primary anyway – palms drop, begins grabbing at opponent’s shorts or gloves. Type of a unclean fighter, actually. No actual risk, although,” he mentioned.