Lone’er Kavanagh Aims for Flyweight Top 15 After Dominant UFC Shanghai Victory Against Charles Johnson
LONE’ER KAVANAGH is pleased with his current trajectory in the UFC.
After a decisive victory over Charles Johnson last weekend, he is focused on challenging the leading contenders in the flyweight division.
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The emerging UK talent will return to the cage on Saturday morning as part of an exciting UFC Fight Night event in Shanghai.
Kavanagh, who trains with Great Britain Top Team, has faced formidable opponents in his swift rise through MMA since joining the organization last November, taking on aspiring fighters like Jose Ochoa and Felipe dos Santos.
With those challenges behind him, he is keen to secure a win against the seasoned Johnson to accelerate his journey to the top of the 125-pound division.
When discussing potential matchups with ranked fighters soon, he confidently told SunSport: “Absolutely, I think so.”
“The flyweight category is constantly evolving. After this fight, I aim to challenge those ranked in the top 15 or maybe even the top ten.”
While he is enthusiastic about facing notable names, Kavanagh remains open to who his next opponent could be.
He stated: “I trust in God’s plan. Whatever is destined to happen, I will embrace it.”
UK and European MMA fans are already familiar with Kavanagh’s exceptional skills, as he has demonstrated them in Cage Warriors over the years.
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His impressive displays in the octagon have drawn in numerous new fans and enhanced his visibility among supporters.
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In response to Topuria’s praise, he shared: “It’s incredible. I’ve always admired Ilia, even before meeting him.
“I don’t typically watch the UFC, but I make an exception for Ilia.
“Hearing him speak kindly about me is just amazing.”
With Topuria’s acknowledgment and his ambitions to climb the ranks, Kavanagh knows that a win against Johnson will elevate his standing.
After this bout, I want to be competing in the top 15 or even the top 10
Lone’er Kavanagh
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Kavanagh holds significant respect for the challenge posed by Johnson, the former LFA Flyweight Champion, and he is keen to showcase his abilities against the No. 15-ranked fighter in the 125-pound division worldwide.
“He’s skilled,” Kavanagh mentioned about Johnson, who recently had a four-fight winning streak halted by Ramazan Temirov in March. “He has been competing for a considerable time.”
“I’m thrilled to demonstrate my skills against such a capable opponent.”
He added: “From a stylistic standpoint, I feel it’s a favorable matchup for me. I have the best team backing me, and now I’m just excited to display the progress I’ve made.”