Reinier de Ridder made a significant impact at UFC Des Moines by defeating Bo Nickal in the co-main event, marking Nickal's first loss. De Ridder utilized knees and body shots effectively, noting that he could sense Nickal's decline during the fight. Despite Nickal's wrestling pedigree, de Ridder felt confident in his grappling skills, emphasizing the importance of focusing on one's strengths in fighting. He humorously acknowledged his Dutch roots as a part of his identity in fighting. After the victory, de Ridder expressed interest in a matchup with Sean Strickland.
Des Moines - If American fight fans weren't familiar with Reinier de Ridder prior to UFC Des Moines, where he faced storied wrestler Bo Nickal in the night's co-main event,...
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