Adriano Moraes Is Not Impressed With His One: X Opponent Yuya Wakamatsu – ‘He Won Some Fights With Ugly Performances’

Adriano Moraes is set to return to the ONE Circle after his monumental win against one of the greatest mixed martial artists ever, Demetrious ‘Mighty Mouse’ Johnson. The Flyweight king will be fighting Yuya Wakamatsu at the 10-year anniversary show at ONE: X for ONE Flyweight World Title.

“Mikinho”, 19-3, not only defeated Johnson, but he was the first fighter to ever knock out ‘Mighty Mouse’. On the flip side, Wakamatsu lost to Johnson via Guillotine Choke in the second round. However, he bounced back after the loss to stack a five-fight winning streak inside the ONE Circle.

The Brazilian talked about his upcoming bout with the Japanese fighter and had some criticism for Wakamatsu’s performances.

When asked about the Tribe Tokyo MMA fighter calling him out for a year, Moraes said, “We already predicted this fight against Yuya Wakamatsu because he doesn’t take my name out of his mouth. He won some fights with ugly performances and in the end, he always asked for a title fight.”

“But he comes from good victories, and I believe he deserves to fight for the title. He’s a tough fighter. But come on, isn’t that what he wanted? Now, the time has come for him to get what he’s always asked for.”

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Despite that, the Flyweight king understands that being a champion is the main goal of any fighter. Thus, the callouts are warranted.

Adriano Moraes analyzes ONE:X opponent Yuya Wakamatsu

The Brazilian is sharpening his tools at the American Top Team. Also, the Flyweight king broke Wakamatsu’s strength and weakness; The World Champion suggested that ‘Little Piranha’ has a good right hand and knockout power. Furthermore, he appreciated the evolved grappling game of the Japanese fighter.

Wakamatsu is strengthening his grappling by training with the legend Shinya Aoki. However, the Brazilian is taking it as a challenge to find holes in the improved ground game of Wakamatsu.

Even in the striking department, Moraes believes he holds the edge over the Japanese fighter. Thus, the Brazilian fighter is confident in finding the finish at ONE: X.

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