Cory Sandhagen Open to Rematching Petr Yan for No. 1 Contender Fight

After a decisive victory over Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC Des Moines, Cory Sandhagen is eyeing his next move in the bantamweight division. Despite calling for a title shot, Sandhagen remains open to the idea of a rematch with Petr Yan, whom he previously faced in the Octagon.

Sandhagen’s recent win has reignited his confidence, leading him to express his willingness to take on Yan once again. Reflecting on their previous encounter, Sandhagen emphasized his belief that he was on the path to victory before a pivotal moment in the fight.

In a statement to Ariel Helwani, Sandhagen shared, «I was winning that fight all the way up until I got hit with that crazy spinny move that he caught me with. Let’s not forget that it was a competitive bout until that point. If a rematch with Yan is on the table, I’m certainly open to it, although my sights are set on the title next.»

Cory Sandhagen’s BMF Belt Proposal

While Sandhagen remains focused on securing a title shot, he entertained the idea of a rematch with Yan for a different accolade. Proposing a showdown for the “baddest motherf***er bantamweight belt,” Sandhagen highlighted the mutual respect he shares with Yan as fellow gritty competitors in the division.

With an impressive professional record of 18-5, including an 11-4 UFC record, Sandhagen’s performance in the bantamweight division speaks for itself. As he navigates his path towards a title shot, the possibility of a rematch with Yan adds an intriguing layer to the bantamweight landscape.

This article was originally published on BJPENN.COM.

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