LAS VEGAS – Michael Morales is hoping to soon have a number next to his name.
The UFC welterweight prospect wants a spot in the UFC official rankings should he take care of business this Saturday at UFC on ESPN 62. Morales (16-0 MMA, 4-0 UFC) fights Neil Magny on the main card of the event, which takes place at the UFC Apex. He sees this return as a perfect opportunity to make a statement and put himself among the division’s best.
“Magny is someone who has a long trajectory in the UFC,” Morales said in Spanish at the UFC on ESPN 62 media day. “I respect him a lot, and that’s why he’s been able to stay on top and in the rankings. I’ve studied him a lot, more on his losses than anything, but I still try to learn from my rivals. I want to take advantage of every weapon I have against him. I hope that, just like I will, I hope that he puts up a great fight and gives it his all.
