Jake Ellenberger asked for fight against Johny Hendricks – UFC News
While most young fighters run away from fights that can ruin their careers for good, Jake Ellenberger stands as an exception. The welterweight contender has revealed that he asked for a fight against Johny Hendricks, the number one contender in the decision
who is known for his ability to knockout opponents cold.
Ellenberger will face Hendricks at UFC 158 on March 16, 2013 in Montreal, Quebec. Hendricks is being considered as the next big thing in the welterweight division, and it seems like Ellenberger cannot let that happen. Therefore, he chose to take on the fight
despite knowing it is a suicide attempt.
“He could've easily said, 'No way, I'm not going to do it.' But, I don't think he likes to sit out for a year as well as myself. But, props to him for stepping up and taking the fight where there's alot to lose and not much to gain for him. I give more respect
to him for taking the fight,” said Ellenberger via MMA Weekly for Hendricks.
“There's not other guys in the division that would want this fight and I was asking for it. We're similar styles, you know what I mean? And, nobody wants this super tough fight I think, but, there's no point in wasting your time,” he added.
Ellenberger is right to a certain extent. No other fighter in the division would take a fight against Hendricks, who currently stands as the only force who could defeat welterweight titlist Georges St-Pierre.
While Hendricks has earned himself honour and glory, Ellenberger cannot let him march towards the gates of Georges St-Pierre. Jake believes a victory over Hendricks would make him the number one contender, which would get him a title shot instead of Hendricks.
On the other hand, Hendricks is already looking forward to the title shot. He wanted to face GSP on his next outing but that could not happen as the champion wanted to fight Nick Diaz, his nemesis. It seems like Hendricks is not at all bothered with the
thought of facing ‘The Juggernaut’ Ellenberger. He believes it is an easy test for someone like him.
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