UFC lightweight Mauricio Ruffy is set to face King Green at UFC 313. Initially eyeing a matchup with a different fighter, Ruffy expressed his excitement about taking on Green, a tough opponent who he believes can help elevate his career. Ruffy, known for his strategic approach and game planning, sees a victory against Green as pivotal for his journey toward a title shot. Having called for this fight early in his UFC journey, he emphasizes the experience Green brings and the opportunity to progress in the lightweight division.
"Listen this is a fight that I actually called out before. I told the team I want him for my second fight. Didn't come in the second, come into the third" Ruffy told reporters.
"Soon as I got into the UFC I started looking at the fights that would get me a title shot. I thought (he's) a guy that's got the experience."
"I think it's a fight that opens doors. Fighting him and beating him is a fight that just gets me to another level."
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