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UFC veteran Mateusz Gamrot knows that Quillan Salkilld has a lot of momentum \u2013 but he isn\u2019t focused on that.<\/p>\n
When you talk about fighters who have been a consistent presence in the UFC\u2019s lightweight division, Mateusz Gamrot is one that comes to mind. In recent years he has been able to pick up some great wins at 155 pounds, but in equal measure, he has also had a handful of notable setbacks.<\/p>\n
In the mind of Mateusz Gamrot, though, he is still more than capable of making a run for a title shot. If he\u2019s going to do that, he absolutely needs to pick up the win over Salkilld when they collide on Saturday.<\/p>\n
In a recent interview, Mateusz Gamrot spoke openly about how he sees this fight playing out.<\/p>\n
\u201cI feel like world champ, brother,\u201d Gamrot told MMA Junkie and other reporters at Wednesday\u2019s UFC Fight Night 284 media day. \u201cI have nice number in the ranking and everyone wants to take my number. I understand this position. OK. I invite you to cage. Let\u2019s fight. I\u2019m happy to fight against Quillan because his style is perfect for me.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cHe\u2019s a dangerous kid,\u201d Gamrot said. \u201cHe\u2019s tall, young. He looks strong. Kick-heavy style. I need to be careful. But I love when he try taking people to the ground. He\u2019s used some wrestling stuff. I hope he\u2019s going to keep the same strategy for me because there\u2019s going to be lots of scrambles and non-stop action. I love when people try to take me down to the ground. There\u2019s a lot of hype around him, but to be honest, I don\u2019t care. I know what I bring to the table.\u201d Quotes via MMA Junkie<\/p>\n
Gamrot is experienced, he\u2019s hungry, and he knows some will be viewing him as a stepping stone here \u2013 which is why this is a must-watch fight tomorrow night.<\/p>\n
Quillan has certainly faced some tough competition, but under the bright lights of a main event spot, it will be interesting to see how he fares. As they say, pressure makes diamonds, so can the Australian really shine through?<\/p>\n