Andre Petroski has been saying he needs to show he’s the perfect grappler within the UFC and his newest battle is an opportunity to additional show that.
Petroski is ready to tackle Rodolfo Vieira at UFC Vegas 102 in an intriguing matchup. It’s a battle that Petroski has needed and requested about, and he’s thrilled the bout is happening.
“Thrilled. On paper, particularly with jiu-jitsu, he’s bought the most important resume… The 2 losses he has aren’t unhealthy losses,” Petroski mentioned on Simply Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com. “He has pulled out some squeaky wins in opposition to some not top-10 guys, so he’s executed effectively for himself. He’s been uncovered a bit bit however has pulled off some victories, too. It’s a superb matchup and the place we’re at in our careers, we’re in the identical spot, so it is smart.”
Though Petroski needs to show he’s the perfect grappler, he is aware of he has a large benefit on the toes. However, Petroski remains to be anticipating the battle to hit the mat sooner or later.
“I really feel assured irrespective of the place it goes. Look, we aren’t going to have a 15-minute battle and there received’t be some grappling exchanges. However, I really feel like I’ve the benefit on the toes,” Petroski mentioned.