Sean O'Malley addresses speculations about a potential bout with Sun Yadon
Former UFC lightweight champion Sean O'Malley is set to make his return to the octagon by the end of the year, and speculation is rife about his potential opponent. One name that has been circulating is that of Sun Yadong, a 27-year-old MMA fighter competing at 135 lbs (61.23 kg).
Born on December 2, 1997, Yadong, also known as Yadong Song, has made a name for himself in the MMA world. His latest victory was a significant one, defeating former UFC bantamweight champion Henry Cejudo by technical decision in February 2023. However, the Chinese athlete hasn't fought since then.
O'Malley, on the other hand, is looking to bounce back after a loss by submission to Merab Dvalishvili in the summer of 2022. The defeat was a setback for the American fighter, but he is determined to return to the top of the lightweight division.
Rumours of a potential bout between O'Malley and Yadong started after someone showed O'Malley a photo of Yadong posing with another UFC fighter at an event in China. Since then, many fans and family members have been sending O'Malley screenshots and congratulations about the potential match-up.
However, it's important to note that O'Malley has not had any official talks with the UFC about the potential bout with Yadong. Despite this, O'Malley considers the Chinese athlete a great option for his return, citing Yadong's recent victory over Cejudo as a reason for his interest.
O'Malley's trainer has suggested that he might consider moving to the featherweight division, but the American fighter believes he has unfinished business in the lightweight division. Only time will tell if we'll see O'Malley and Yadong face off in the octagon.
For now, fans can look back on Yadong's most recent victory over Cejudo, a technical decision that solidified Yadong's place as a formidable opponent in the MMA world. Similarly, O'Malley's defeat by Dvalishvili, also by submission, serves as a reminder of the challenges that lie ahead for the former champion.
As the end of the year approaches, MMA fans eagerly await news of O'Malley's return and potential match-ups, with Yadong being a strong contender. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting potential match-up.
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