UFC flyweight title challenger Steve Erceg is in nice spirits regardless of his current defeat.
‘Astroboy’ is contemporary off his bid for flyweight gold in the primary occasion of UFC 301 earlier this month. The bout frankly got here out of nowhere for followers, and even Steve Erceg himself. Nonetheless, after incomes three wins contained in the octagon, the Australian obtained the prospect to face Alexandre Pantoja in Brazil.
Regardless of coming into the bout as an underdog, Steve Erceg had nice success within the contest. He went backwards and forwards with ‘The Cannibal’ for 5 rounds, simply arising quick. Pantoja retained his title by unanimous determination, but it surely was clear that Erceg was right here to remain. Regardless of being ranked quantity ten at 125 kilos, he practically upset the champion.
Days faraway from his loss at UFC 301, Steve Erceg is talking out. Earlier right this moment, the Australian took to Instagram to launch a video message to his supporters. Within the video, the flyweight was largely constructive and remarked that he plans to return to the cage at UFC 305 in Perth, Australia.
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Steve Erceg reveals plans for UFC 305 return simply days after flyweight title loss
“Hey guys, simply wished to say thanks for all of the assist over the previous couple of weeks.” Steve Erceg said within the video uploaded to Instagram earlier right this moment, opening up on his UFC 301 defeat. “I’ve actually felt the love from everyone. Clearly, the battle didn’t go my method. I gave it my all, however I got here up quick.”
He continued, “I’ll be again within the gymnasium quickly. [I’m currently] trying to get on UFC Perth. Thanks, guys.”
That UFC 305 card taking place in Perth is anticipated to be an enormous one. As of now, the primary occasion for that card is anticipated to be a middleweight conflict between Dricus du Plessis, and Israel Adesanya. Nonetheless, that battle hasn’t been introduced as of now.
So far as Steve Erceg is anxious, he acquired a problem from Kai Kara-France earlier this week. ‘Don’t Blink’ hasn’t competed since a split-decision loss to Amir Albazi final June, however provided to welcome ‘Astroboy’ again to the cage at UFC 305 later this 12 months.
What do you make of those feedback from the UFC title challenger? Who do you need to see Steve Erceg battle subsequent?