Home / Sports / Chairez Respects Elliott's Danger Despite Age
Chairez Respects Elliott's Danger Despite Age
9 Sep
Summary
- Edgar Chairez faces veteran Tim Elliott at UFC Fight Night 288.
- Chairez acknowledges Elliott as a dangerous and difficult opponent.
- Elliott boasts a record of 22 UFC fights over 14 years.
Edgar Chairez is preparing for his upcoming bout against veteran Tim Elliott at UFC Fight Night 288. Chairez, who is currently on a three-fight win streak, expressed that he does not view Elliott as an easy opponent, despite the latter's age and recent performance. He considers Elliott a dangerous veteran who has maintained a presence in the UFC for many years.
Elliott, at 39 years old, brings a wealth of experience with 22 fights in the promotion over 14 years. Chairez acknowledges Elliott's resilience and tricky fighting style, stating that this fight might be the most difficult he has ever faced. He highlighted that Elliott has never been knocked out, a fact he aims to change.
The bout is scheduled for Saturday at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. Chairez, a Mexican fighter, has previously faced top contenders like Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira. He emphasized that he is treating this fight with utmost seriousness and trusts the process, regardless of external opinions labeling it an easy matchup.