Jared Cannonier triumphed over Gregory Rodrigues at UFC Vegas 102, solidifying his position in the middleweight division while addressing the challenges of being labeled a 'gatekeeper' after previous losses. In his post-fight remarks, Cannonier emphasized the unpredictable nature of MMA, stating that any fighter, particularly up-and-comers, could become a future champion. With his sights set on returning to title contention, he expressed a desire for a matchup against a higher-ranked opponent, indicating his readiness to seize opportunities, even suggesting he would accept a fight for the belt against Dricus du Plessis.
This is the UFC. We say 'up-and-comer' and all that other stuff, but the next up-and-comer can be the next champion.
That's not how I see myself. That's never how I'm going to see myself. That's never what I'm going to be. I'm not a gatekeeper, I am a...I don't know, a fighter.
I would like a ranked opponent for sure, I'm definitely going to get a ranked opponent after that victory.
If they say 'hey Jared we need you to fight Dricus next for the belt', I'm like, 'Hell yes. I'm ready.
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