Russian fighter Albert Duraev is determined to prove he’s more than just a fighter at UFC on ESPN 43.
Duraev (15-4 MMA, 1-1 UFC) takes on Chidi Njokuani (22-8 MMA, 2-1 UFC) on Saturday in the main event at the AT&T Center in San Antonio.
Duraev promises to demonstrate a complete game in combat.
“My opponent is tall which makes him a bit uncomfortable, but I’ve worked and I’m preparing for it,” Duraev told MMA Junkie and other reporters through a performer at a pre-fight press conference on Wednesday. “Honestly, he can’t do anything to me. I am dangerous. You only see me as a fighter. But believe me, I can punch, I can stand, and I can beat everyone in my division. My opponent is no excuse, but if I get the chance to use my wrestling, of course I will.
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