After Refusing UFC 292 Ultimatum, Jiri Prochazka Doubles Down on Earlier Claim With New Timeline for His Return

Jiri Prochazka was sidelined due to a bad shoulder injury. So he made the decision to give up the light heavyweight title. However, he still has his eyes on the belt and intends to return soon. While his victory over Glover Teixeira was huge, the division now has a new champion in Jamahal Hill.

Prochazka will need to get back to the octagon and prove his mettle once again. In fact, he recently shared when he would get back. Consequently, now the UFC world wants to know when ‘Denisa’ will return.

Jiri Prochazka hints about his return to the UFC octagon

Fans are eagerly awaiting the official announcement of an upcoming title bout between Hill and the Czech samurai, Jiri Procházka. People are already excited to watch two strong fighters in the light heavyweight division fight each other inside the UFC octagon. As reported by MMA Shorties, Prochazka talked about his comeback on the Breakdown podcast.

He said, “We’re already dealing with it with the UFC, but I can’t say all the information. August is still early for me because, and I keep saying this, I don’t want to just come there healthy in the cage and go fight right away.” [Translated via Google Translate]

He added, “I want to come into the cage knowing that I’ve broken down my style and taken a step and I’m one step ahead in my fighting style, my career, my mindset, everything. When you gain experience and knowledge, you have to adapt them to your style, but also to the people around you.”

“So I want to go into the match with the best possible version of myself that I can achieve right now. I will do so and get the belt in this form.” UFC wanted to fix the bout between Hill and Prochazka for UFC 292. However, it seems that Prochazka is not ready to fight in August and hasn’t accepted this ultimatum. 

‘Denisa’ wants to fight Jamahal Hill

The Czech fighter reiterated his decision to vacate the UFC light heavyweight title, expressing his desire to avoid stagnating the division. In an interview with Ariel Helwani, the 30-year-old fighter shared similar sentiments. Prochazka indicated his preference for ‘Sweet Dream’s initial title defense to be against him.

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Moreover, he stated that he is improving his skills and preparing to face the current champion. However, he clarified that he would have no objections if Hill opted to fight another opponent before their potential matchup. Prochazka even proposed the idea of a title fight between Hill and Anthony Smith.

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