Deiveson Figueiredo interested in flyweight return to fight UFC champion Joshua Van: ‘I go out there and knock him out’

Deiveson Figueiredo, the UFC flyweight champion, is considering a return to the 125-pound division to face Joshua Van. It has been four years since Figueiredo last competed in flyweight, where he held the title twice. At UFC 332 in Salt Lake City, Figueiredo will face top prospect Payton Talbott in a bantamweight bout. At media day, Figueiredo expressed his desire to challenge Van, stating he has been asking the UFC to make the fight happen.

Van has an impressive record of 11-1, including three straight Fight of the Night bonuses and successful defenses of his belt. Figueiredo, known for his finishing abilities, is confident he can defeat Van, emphasizing his striking and grappling skills.