Patricio ‘Pitbull’ Freire reveals what fans can expect in UFC 314 fight against Yair Rodriguez

Patricio “Pitbull” Freire is confident that he will prove himself to be the best featherweight in the world.

Freire will finally be making his UFC debut on April 12. The former two-division Bellator champion will share the Octagon with Yair Rodriguez on the main card of UFC 314 in Miami. It’s been a long time coming for the 37-year-old, who has garnered Hall of Fame worthy accolades during his time in Bellator.

Now that he’s a member of the UFC roster, Freire is looking to prove he can capture yet another world title.

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Patricio “Pitbull” Out to Prove He’s The Best Featherweight

During an interview with UFC roving reporter Megan Olivi, Patricio Freire was asked about his upcoming clash with Yair Rodriguez. “Pitbull” is quite happy with the matchup for his UFC debut.

“A fight with Yair Rodriguez puts me in a great place in the division,” Freire said. “So, if my performance is really good, I believe I will fight for the title.”

Freire then shared his opinion of Rodriguez. While “Pitbull” knows that “El Pantera” is a worthy foe, he feels he’s superior to his upcoming opponent.

“He’s good, he’s very dynamic, but I’m better,” Freire said. “I put pressure on him, put him down, and smash him. That’s what’s going to happen.”

As far as what fans can expect in Freire’s UFC debut, “Pitbull” believes he will show just how elite he is when he find success against the UFC’s best opposition.

“They’re going to see the best featherweight on the planet in action, and the most complete featherweight on the planet,” Freire said.

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