Key Highlights
- Marco Tulio aims to be the first to knock out Marvin Vettori in their upcoming fight.
- Tulio faces Christian Leroy Duncan this weekend at UFC APEX as part of UFC Vegas 111.
- Vettori is set to face Brunno Ferreira on Dec. 6, with Tulio considering a quick turnaround for a four-octagon win in the calendar year.
- Tulio sees potential matchups against Roman Dolidze and Israel Adesanya if he continues his winning streak.
Marco Tulio’s Ambitious Goal: Knockout Victory Over Marvin Vettori
In a move that has caught the attention of fans, Brazilian fighter Marco Tulio is setting his sights on being the first to knock out former middleweight contender Marvin Vettori. This ambitious goal comes as Tulio prepares for his next fight against Christian Leroy Duncan at UFC APEX in Las Vegas this weekend.
Tulio’s Upcoming Challenge: Christian Leroy Duncan
Marco Tulio is eager to make a statement with his upcoming bout against Christian Leroy Duncan. Tulio, who has been on an impressive winning streak, believes that he can continue his momentum by defeating Duncan and setting up his next big fight.
Taking Down Marvin Vettori
According to Tulio, one of the fighters he would love to take down is Marvin Vettori. Vettori has a reputation for being tough, having faced several divisional heavyweights without ever being knocked out. However, Tulio sees an opportunity in Vettori, especially if the latter faces Brunno Ferreira on Dec. 6. “One guy I really want to fight is Vettori,” said Tulio. “Marvin Vettori is a really tough guy, he’s fought several of the division’s biggest names and has never been knocked out, and I’d love to be the first one to do it.”
Looking Beyond the Next Fight
Tulio is not just content with his immediate goal. He envisions a future where he could potentially face other top contenders like Roman Dolidze and Israel Adesanya if he continues his winning streak. “I admire him a lot, I’m a huge fan of his,” Tulio said about Adesanya. “To me, he’s the second-best middleweight in the world.” However, the path to such a dream clash is not without challenges. Dolidze has recently lost his three-fight winning streak, and Vettori is currently under pressure after losing his last three bouts.
Planning for Success
Tulio’s approach to the upcoming fight against Christian Leroy Duncan is strategic. He sees this as a chance to further establish himself in the UFC and possibly earn a ranked opponent if he wins. “I said I wanted to fight four times this year,” Tulio stated. “It could’ve happened, but I really believe in God’s plans.” Despite a recent hand surgery that forced him to pull out of a fight with Michel Pereira in August, Tulio remains optimistic about his prospects and the support he receives from Chute Boxe.
In addition to focusing on his own performance, Tulio is also looking forward to supporting his teammates. He left Sao Paulo early to be present for Norma Dumont’s victory over Ketlen Vieira at UFC Vegas 110, emphasizing the importance of team unity and shared success in the sport.
