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Renato Moicano challenges Tony Ferguson to 155lb clash in Miami: “I’m reconsidering about my political views of death penalty’s”

Renato MoicanoRenato Moicano has called out former UFC interim lightweight champion, Tony Ferguson, for a 155lb fight at UFC 287. Having spent his early UFC career competing in the featherweight division, Moicano made the move up to 155lbs in 2020. He found instant success when he took on Damir Hadžovi? at UFC on ESPN+ 28, submitting […]

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Renato Moicano has called out former UFC interim lightweight champion, Tony Ferguson, for a 155lb fight at UFC 287.

Having spent his early UFC career competing in the featherweight division, Moicano made the move up to 155lbs in 2020. He found instant success when he took on Damir Hadžovi? at UFC on ESPN+ 28, submitting ‘The Bosnian Bomber’ in the first round.

Since then, Moicano has picked up wins over Jai Herbert, Alexander Hernandez, and most recently, Brad Riddell, whilst also dropping losses to RDA and Rafael Fiziev.

Moicano has been vocal in his desire to get 2023 started with a bang, having called out a number of opponents. Now, following the news that Michael Chandler will be coaching opposite Conor McGregor on the latest season of The Ultimate Fighter, Moicano has taken to Twitter to call out Tony Ferguson.

He posted the following:

“Since Chandler is scheduled to be coach in TUF not Ferguson… I’m reconsidering about my political views of death penalty’s hey @TonyFergusonXT are you ready to rumble in Miami !?”

Renato Moicano is clearly targeting a spot on UFC 287 when the promotion returns to Miami. The card is currently headlined by a middleweight title rematch between current champ Alex Pereira and former long-time title holder Israel Adesanya. Jorge Masvidal will also feature, taking on Gilbert Burns, whilst fan favorite Kevin Holland will face off against ‘The Argentine Dagger’, Santiago Ponzinibbio.

Tony Ferguson is yet to respond to Moicano’s callout. However, Drew Dober can be seen in the comments, raising his hand as a potential opponent should ‘El Cucuy‘ not accept.

Who would you like to see Renato Moicano face next? Tony Ferguson or Drew Dober?

Renato Moicano Offers ‘Death Penalty’ To Tony Ferguson At UFC 287

Renato Moicano is offering to be an opponent for Tony Ferguson, after he was snubbed on a TUF offer. For a brief time, it appeared that Ferguson would be booked opposite Conor McGregor, as coaches for The Ultimate Fighter. However, this was proven to n…

Renato Moicano is offering to be an opponent for Tony Ferguson, after he was snubbed on a TUF offer. For a brief time, it appeared that Ferguson would be booked opposite Conor McGregor, as coaches for The Ultimate Fighter. However, this was proven to not be the case when Dana White announced that McGregor would…

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Renato Moicano slams ‘Weak’ UFC rival Paddy Pimblett, claims UFC are ‘Protecting’ him: ‘He’s history’

Paddy Pimblett Renato MoicanoUFC lightweight contender, Renato Moicano has claimed fans of his awaiting a matchup against fellow challenger, Paddy Pimblett should save their breath, maintaining the organization are “protecting” him from difficult matchups at 155lbs. Moicano, the current #13 ranked lightweight contender, most recently featured at UFC 281 back in November of last year at Madison Square […]

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UFC lightweight contender, Renato Moicano has claimed fans of his awaiting a matchup against fellow challenger, Paddy Pimblett should save their breath, maintaining the organization are “protecting” him from difficult matchups at 155lbs.

Moicano, the current #13 ranked lightweight contender, most recently featured at UFC 281 back in November of last year at Madison Square Garden, submitting Brad Riddell with a first round rear-naked choke.

As for Pimblett, the former undisputed Cage Warriors featherweight champion managed to improve to 4-0 in the UFC last year in the co-main event of UFC 282 in December, landing a dubious and controversial unanimous decision win over Jared Gordon, in a much scrutinized fight in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Renato Moicano slams UFC lightweight rival, Paddy Pimblett

Landing on the radar of a series of contenders at both lightweight and featherweight, Pimblett, who recently underwent surgery to address an ankle injury suffered in his judging win over Gordon, has been “protected” by the UFC according to Brazilian contender, Moicano.

“Weak, weak, weak,” Renato Moicano said of Paddy Pimblett during an interview with Brazilian outlet, Ag Fight.” “It doesn’t even smell, there’s no way. You can quit. Guys who want to see [a fight with Paddy Pimblett], it’s no use, there won’t be. The UFC will protect him, there’s no way around it. We have to go to the fights that can happen. Paddy Pimblett is history, it’s just talk.” 
Addressing his recent rise in popularity, Brasilia native, Moicano insisted all the followers in the world mean nothing to him if it doesn’t translate to money.

“I don’t know – what I want is money,” Renato Moicano said. “The rest doesn’t matter. Follower doesn’t pay the bills. Being famous doesn’t pay any bills. I want a big fight, I want to fight, I’m ready. I know that April will have a card, maybe it will be in Miami. I heard there will be a card there. Moicano wants to be there fighting a guy ranked above him and making my name in that division.”

“I came to kick ass, it’s not saying no, it’s doing,” Renato Moicano explained. “Moicano is saying he wants money, but in the Octagon he’s making it happen. “Taking any fight, submitting in the first, second round. My goal is to get in there, finish the fight, put the money in my pocket and go home.”

Watch: UFC Compiles The Top Mic Moments Of 2022

With the conclusion of its fight schedule for 2022, the UFC has been looking back on the most memorable moments from the past year, including with microphone in hand. While the main appeal for mixed martial arts enthusiasts is the action inside the cag…

With the conclusion of its fight schedule for 2022, the UFC has been looking back on the most memorable moments from the past year, including with microphone in hand. While the main appeal for mixed martial arts enthusiasts is the action inside the cage, most are partial to an entertaining and impassioned rant, speech, or…

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Renato Moicano Calls On EA To Change His UFC 4 Character: “Looks Like I Smoke Weed”

UFC lightweight Renato Moicano has called on EA Sports to alter the appearance of his character on the UFC 4 video game. This year, Moicano has certainly broken through as a fan favorite. Whilst the toughness he displayed across five rounds against Raf…

UFC lightweight Renato Moicano has called on EA Sports to alter the appearance of his character on the UFC 4 video game. This year, Moicano has certainly broken through as a fan favorite. Whilst the toughness he displayed across five rounds against Rafael dos Anjos, whom he fought on just a few days’ notice at…

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Renato Moicano Has A ‘Tempting’ Proposal For Paddy Pimblett

Renato Moicano is looking for a fight with Paddy Pimblett in London and is using his funny social media skills to get the matchup. In the UFC lightweight division, there seems to be one man who is quickly rising up the rankings and has all other lightw…

Renato Moicano is looking for a fight with Paddy Pimblett in London and is using his funny social media skills to get the matchup. In the UFC lightweight division, there seems to be one man who is quickly rising up the rankings and has all other lightweights calling for a fight. That man is Paddy…

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