Competing for the first time in Rio de Janeiro after a 36-fight career, welterweight veteran Thiago Alves wants to give the fans a fight to remember at UFC 237. Paired up against up-and-coming Laureano Staropoli, all ‘Pitbull’ wants is to put on an exciting striking match for his fellow countrymen.
In an interview with Combate, Alves pointed out that his opponent’s lack of experience might be an advantage for himself, but he does not plan on underestimating Staropoli’s skills.
“I know he is not experienced as me. This will be this biggest fight of his career, he’ll be ready for a war.