Jon Anik reveals who he would like to see Brian Ortega fight next: “5-round main event as a championship title eliminator”

UFC commentator Jon Anik has revealed who he’d like to see Brian Ortega battle next in the Octagon.

Last weekend, Brian Ortega picked up one of the biggest wins of his career. He overcame tremendous adversity to submit and defeat Yair Rodriguez, proving many doubters wrong in the process. Now, many are questioning what his next move will be in the featherweight division.

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Some believe he’s done enough to earn another crack at the title. On the flip side, a handful of fans and media members want to see him get another big win before receiving such a reward.

In a recent episode of his podcast, Jon Anik weighed in and spoke about what he wants to see next for ‘T-City’.

Anik’s Ortega thoughts

“Perhaps Brian Ortega will be next, I’d like to see Brian Ortega fight Movsar Evloev. I think that is the fight to make as a five-round main event as a championship title eliminator. I think a lot of the questions have to do with the calendar and getting a venue in Spain and Alexander Volkanovski’s desire to take some time off or turn around quickly, but Kenny, correct me if I’m wrong, not out of the realm of possibility that on the strength of this win this weekend, that Brian Ortega has set up a date with Ilia Topuria for the undisputed UFC featherweight title.”

Quotes via MMA News

Regardless of who he takes on next, this contender continues to prove why he’s one of the most exciting featherweight fighters on the planet.

Are you interested in seeing Brian Ortega compete for the belt in his next outing? Do you believe he needs another win first? Let us know your thoughts, BJPENN Nation!