Caio Borralho achieved a significant victory in his MMA career at UFC Vegas 96 by nearly knocking out Jared Cannonier and then calling out UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis.
Although Borralho acknowledges that he may not be next in line for a title shot, as Sean Strickland is likely to rematch du Plessis, he believes that his callout was effective in getting attention.
Borralho expressed his persistence in calling out du Plessis and believes that his recent wins make him a worthy contender. He is prepared to step in on short notice if Strickland is unable to fight.
With seven consecutive wins in the UFC, Borralho is eager for a title shot. UFC’s Hunter Campbell has indicated that he may need one more fight before challenging for the gold.
Campbell praised Borralho’s performance and assured him that a significant fight is on the horizon. Borralho is excited to see what the UFC has planned for him next.
Looking ahead, Borralho envisions a potential matchup with Adesanya or Jiri Prochazka. He is confident in his skills and believes he can defeat Adesanya given the opportunity.
Adesanya recently suffered a defeat to du Plessis, which has fueled Borralho’s desire to face him. He sees weaknesses in Adesanya’s game and is confident in his ability to exploit them.
Reflecting on his recent victories, Borralho is brimming with confidence. He believes he has the tools to defeat top opponents and is eager for the next challenge.
Despite narrowly missing a knockout at UFC Vegas 96, Borralho is satisfied with his performance and believes he showcased his skills effectively.