""When you're not in a major, the world is rough. Especially right now, the MMA game is tough out there," the lightweight told media outlets including Cageside Press backstage at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. "And for a guy who's skilled, nobody wants to fight you, the money's rough. So it's a testament to my coaches my team and my family for sticking with me through that. Because I'm going to do the work."
"Nallo is known for exciting finishes, and rising to the occasion, having won regional titles both as an amateur and professional. The Contender Series was another solid example, with a right hand dropping his opponent in explosive fashion. "When it comes to stuff like this, I'm that guy. I will do something crazy," Nallo stated. "And I'm not crazy in my life. I hang around, I train, I do nothing. But when I'm in the cage, it's weird. Something mad happens.""
Mandel Nallo, a 36-year-old Canadian lightweight, signed with the UFC after a first-round finish of Samuel Silva and a five-fight winning streak. Nallo previously competed for Bellator and holds a 14-3 record with one no contest. Nallo described the regional circuit as rough for skilled fighters, citing difficulty finding opponents and low pay, and credited his coaches, team and family for their support. Nallo is known for exciting, explosive finishes and has won regional titles as both an amateur and professional. He told Dana White he wants to work and sought immediate opportunities, even suggesting a spot on the UFC Paris card.
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