Henry Cejudo Shockingly Picks Winner for Merab Dvalishvili vs Cory Sandhagen After Bantamweight GOAT Debate

Henry Cejudo Weighs In on UFC 320 Co-Main Event Featuring Merab Dvalishvili vs. Cory Sandhagen

As the excitement builds for UFC 320, Henry Cejudo has shared his insights on the highly anticipated co-main event. The focus is on the UFC Bantamweight Championship, which will be defended by champion Merab Dvalishvili against top contender Cory Sandhagen this Saturday. Dvalishvili has already defended his title twice this year, securing victories against notable fighters such as Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 311 and Sean O’Malley at UFC 316.

This matchup marks Sandhagen’s first opportunity to compete for a title. Known as ‘The Sandman,’ Sandhagen has demonstrated exceptional skill, winning four of his last five fights. His latest victory came with a commanding second-round TKO against two-time flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo, which has fueled his confidence leading into the championship bout.

Cory Sandhagen’s Confidence Ahead of the Title Fight

As fight night approaches, Sandhagen has expressed strong beliefs about his capabilities against Dvalishvili, even going as far as suggesting he could deliver a significant blow with a knee strike. Henry Cejudo, who has faced Dvalishvili in the past, shared his predictions for the matchup on the Pound 4 Pound Podcast.

Cejudo has repeatedly praised Dvalishvili, calling him one of the greatest bantamweight fighters in history. However, this admiration hasn’t stopped Cejudo from backing Sandhagen in this fight.

Henry Cejudo’s Predictions for the Fight

• Cejudo anticipates Sandhagen will land more significant strikes, highlighting his technical prowess.
• He noted Sandhagen’s ability to cut angles and connect with powerful strikes.
• Cejudo believes Sandhagen’s resilience will play a crucial role, stating, “He’s a hard dude to put away.” With the exception of his fight against Aljamain Sterling, Sandhagen has rarely been finished.
• Cejudo emphasized the importance of composure during the fight, advising Sandhagen to manage his energy and maintain confidence against potential takedowns from Dvalishvili.

Discussion on UFC 320 Fight Card Placement

In addition to his fight predictions, Cejudo expressed his views on the fight card’s structure, suggesting that Dvalishvili vs. Sandhagen should headline the event instead of the light heavyweight title rematch featuring Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira. Cejudo’s sentiments were echoed by former pound-for-pound champion Kamaru Usman, who believes Dvalishvili deserves the spotlight, noting his significant achievements and popularity among fans.

With top rankings and a passionate audience, UFC 320 promises to deliver an exhilarating evening for fight enthusiasts around the globe. As anticipation grows for Dvalishvili’s defense against Sandhagen, fans will be keenly observing how both fighters perform in pursuit of championship glory.