Santiago Ponzinibbio looks to continue his comeback trail as he meets Geoff Neal in a very important matchup at UFC 269. The fight is a very fun one as both pack big power in their punches.
Santiago Ponzinibbio spoke to MMAJunkie in Spanish about the upcoming fight. He expects to get the finish and get back in title contention.
“I always try put on the best fights and fight the best guys in the company,” Ponzinibbio said. “I’m always out to beat the top fighters and prove I’m among the best in the world. My objective is the world title, but I’m focused on Neal.
“Fortunately, I’m in great shape, I’m feeling good and I’m prepared to beat him. The idea is to finish the fight and then get in there with a top 5. That’s what I’m looking for. I want a top five, so I can then get an opportunity for the title.”
Finishing Geoff Neal could potentially get him close to a UFC title shot in the welterweight division. He almost fought Kamaru Usman in the past.
“He’s looking better every time and he’s an incredible athlete,” Ponzinibbio said. “He looks very strong physically and mentally and he’s constantly evolving, that’s what catches my eye. He’s an athlete that is getting better every fight.
“I love that matchup. I actually accepted to fight him when they offered me that fight for Chile. We had it booked, but because of an injury I wasn’t able to compete. He then became champion and I had that long layoff. I was ranked No. 6 and then they removed me. But now we’re back on the path and I know that after this fight, this victory, a is big fight is coming. I want to get as soon as possible to that title.”
UFC 269 will see a plethora of really fun matchups. Santiago Ponzinibbio will be looking to stop Geoff Neal from getting back on track.
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