Historic rivalry in the UFC: Ramazon Temirov before the fight against Kazakh Asu Almabayev (interview)
The next opponent of our compatriot Ramazon Temirov, who has been showcasing himself in the prestigious MMA organization UFC, has been announced. This time, Temirov will face the experienced Kazakh fighter Asu Almabayev. This fight, which is considered very important for the sports communities of both countries, was preceded by an interview organized by the famous Kazakh sports portal "Sports.kz" with the coach of the Uzbek fighter, Jasur Alijonov.
Below we present this conversation to you.
— Jasur, first of all, can you tell us how the fight between Ramazon Temirov and Asu Almabayev was organized, and whose idea was it?
— This initiative was proposed by the UFC, and we accepted it with pleasure. We are always ready to participate in any fight.
— You know, this fight is being evaluated as the first significant confrontation between representatives of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan in UFC history. How important is this fight for you personally?
— Personally, I do not see this confrontation as any political or national principle. This is sports, this is a fight, and it is a normal situation for fighters. We always have good relations with our Kazakh friends, and a sports competition does not affect those relations.
— Has the preparation process started? What is the team currently working on?
— The preparation process has already become intense. We are taking all measures to prepare as well as possible and achieve victory. Great attention is being paid to every detail.
— Experts emphasize that Temirov's standing fight is strong, while Almabayev excels in grappling. Do you consider this confrontation a clash of styles?
— Indeed, there is a high probability that this fight will be a clash of classic styles. We will see Almabayev's grappling skills against Temirov's powerful strikes in the standing position. Therefore, I anticipate that this fight will be interesting and intense.
— Is Ramazon capable of surprising his opponent with unusual techniques in grappling?
— We are preparing for any situation. We have techniques and tactics that can surprise our opponent not only in the standing position but also on the ground.
— In general, do you consider the Temirov and Almabayev confrontation one of the most important bouts in a fighter's career?
— Certainly, this fight is a very significant and serious test for us in our career. Winning will be an important step that opens the path to championship for us.
— What scenario do you think the fight will follow? Will there be a long struggle on the ground, or will it mainly take place in the standing position?
— In my personal estimation, this confrontation will mainly take place in the standing position and will not drag on. Since both sides are strong and highly skilled, I believe the fight will be quick and intense. In the end, the strongest fighter will win, and the fans will witness an amazing show!
The editorial team of Zamin.uz will continue to provide you with the latest news about this interesting and historic fight in a timely manner. Stay tuned!
