MORNING KOMBAT WITH LUKE THOMAS AND BRIAN CAMPBELL UFC Iowa: Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo Preview | Times Square Boxing Lookahead | Morning Kombat
May 2, 2025
Dive into the thrilling preview of the Cory Sandhagen vs. Deiveson Figueiredo fight, exploring the stakes for Sandhagen's title aspirations. The hosts inject humor into poignant discussions about upcoming boxing bouts featuring Devin Haney and the eagerly awaited Ryan Garcia. With candid insights into fighters' journeys and the mental games in rivalries, there's plenty of excitement as they dissect the upcoming events and the implications for the fighters involved. Don't miss the light-hearted anecdotes and the camaraderie that brings it all to life!
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Sanhagen's Do-or-Die Fight
- Corey Sanhagen must win against Deiveson Figueiredo for a title shot and to avoid career stagnation.
- Bantamweight division is tough, and Sanhagen has faced setbacks that mark this as a do-or-die fight.
Fight Style Dynamics
- Figueredo is a potent grappler exploiting Sanhagen's wrestling vulnerabilities.
- Sanhagen needs to maximize his striking advantage and maintain range to control the fight.
Bo Nickal Must Win Fans
- Bo Nickal must fight to win over fans rather than just win fights.
- The fanbase's anger stems from distrust and delayed consistency; he must deliver an impressive performance.