“What the hell is going on?” – UFC announcing #10 ranked Steve Erceg to fight Alexandre Pantoja for title has fans confused
Alexandre Pantoja last defended his title against Brandon Royval at UFC 296.
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Steve Erceg receives the title chance against Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 301 (via PerthNow/ ESPN.in)
The UFC flyweight division has gotten a bit repetitive over the years. Rematches and trilogies have taken a front stand in this division. As such, the new prospect Steve Erceg will face Alexandre Pantoja for the title at UFC 301. He will face a monumental challenge in his mixed martial arts career. Erceg has made a rapid rise through the ranks, earning a title shot in just his fourth UFC fight.
Erceg has already showcased his potential with impressive victories over David Dvorak, Alessandro Costa, and Matt Schnell. His recent knockout win against Schnell on March 2 further solidified his status as a rising star in the flyweight division. He has remained undefeated in the UFC.
Alexandre Pantoja is the undisputed champion of the division. He knew well the threat posed by Erceg. The Brazilian acknowledged that his upcoming opponent is “tougher than Royval and Moreno” for him in an interview. He was referring to his recent fights against Brandon Royval and Brandon Moreno. The champion’s assessment stems from Erceg’s underdog status and relentless hunger.
Erceg’s journey to the title shot is remarkable. This is considering his relatively low ranking at number 10 in the flyweight division. Pantoja remained confident that his experience and strategic approach will prove pivotal in the Octagon. But he vowed not to underestimate his opponent’s power and skill.
Fight fans reacted to Steve Erceg’s title shot against Alexandre Pantoja
When Erceg was announced as Pantoja’s flyweight title challenger for UFC 301, it took the MMA world by surprise. Fans quickly voiced reactions online. Some were puzzled, others eager for the matchup.
People were surprised when they heard Erceg received a title shot. Many questioned why UFC picked this fight. It seemed like one of the most random title matchups lately. Some fight fans wondered how Erceg jumped ahead of other contenders for the title opportunity. However, many MMA fans welcomed the unexpected pairing. Here are some fan reactions:
The fight between Pantoja and Erceg will be exciting. More speculation will surround this unexpected matchup as the event nears. The clash between the champion and underdog has captured the MMA world’s imagination.
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