Patricio Freire, also known as 'Pitbull', is gearing up for his UFC debut at UFC 314 against former interim champion Yair Rodriguez. Coach Eric Albarracin expressed high expectations for Freire, seeing victory as a certainty and emphasizing his advanced training in wrestling and boxing. He mentioned that Freire's grappling could be crucial in defeating Rodriguez, whom he regards as a more challenging opponent than current champion Volkanovski. If Freire wins, a fight with Volkanovski may be on the horizon, continuing the cross-promotion story between Bellator and UFC.
Albarracin stated confidently, 'He’s going to take Yair down and crush him.' This emphasis on Freire’s grappling highlights the tactics he plans to utilize in the fight.
Freire's coach remarked, 'In my opinion, Yair is a tougher opponent than Volkanovski and Diego Lopes.' This statement underscores the respect and expectation surrounding Freire's debut.
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