The Herd with Colin Cowherd Daniel Cormier TV - THROWBACK: Best of Diego Lopes and Tatiana Suarez interviews ahead of Noche UFC
Sep 13, 2025
Tatiana Suarez, a UFC strawweight fighter and former wrestler, joins to share her journey as she prepares to challenge for the championship against Amanda Lemos. She dives into the mental and physical preparation required for such high-stakes matchups. Diego Lopes also checks in, discussing his ambitions to reclaim a title fight against Alexander Volkanovski. Their insights highlight the resilience and dedication necessary in the world of mixed martial arts, along with the ever-evolving dynamics within the sport.
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Rapid Rise After Long Pro Career
- Diego Lopes describes rapid rise to a title shot after only two years in the UFC despite a long pro career of 32 fights.
- He emphasizes hard work and belief that he belongs at the top of the division.
Focus On Title Over Opponent
- Diego frames his focus on the title rather than any single opponent when divisions shift.
- He prepared mentally to face Volkanovski's experience while planning to finish the fight.
Train For All Rounds And Finish
- Diego says he prepared for all possible fight lengths and trained to finish the fight.
- He recommends training for one through five rounds and preparing to secure a finish.