Sean O’Malley’s coach has expressed a preference for his potential matchup against Ilia Topuria rather than Max Holloway in a move up to featherweight. Even though Topuria is set to defend his title against Holloway, O’Malley’s coach sees potential paths to victory for the latter.
After careful examination of Topuria’s fights, O’Malley’s coach acknowledges the skill and prowess of the undefeated fighter. Topuria is known for his high shoulders and ability to counter punch effectively when his opponents leave openings in their defense. However, the coach also notes that Topuria tends to be flat-footed, stationary, and not the tallest fighter, which could present opportunities for someone like Holloway.
Despite Topuria’s impressive record and skill set, O’Malley’s coach believes that Max Holloway has the tools to come out on top in their matchup. By utilizing his range, starting first, and making Topuria miss often, Holloway could potentially secure a victory in the fight.
In the meantime, Sean O’Malley is set to defend his bantamweight title against Merab Dvalishvili in an upcoming event. If O’Malley emerges victorious in this matchup, he has expressed interest in moving up to featherweight to challenge Topuria for the title. O’Malley’s coach is optimistic about this potential matchup, considering O’Malley’s longer and rangier build as an advantage against Topuria.
Coach’s Confidence
Despite potential criticism from others, O’Malley’s coach remains confident in his fighter’s abilities and chances in a matchup against Topuria. He believes that it is a winnable fight for O’Malley and sees the potential for success in the matchup.
Sean O’Malley’s coach has expressed a preference for a potential matchup against Ilia Topuria over Max Holloway in a move up to featherweight. While acknowledging Topuria’s skills, the coach sees paths to victory for fighters like Holloway. With O’Malley’s upcoming fight and potential move to featherweight, the matchup against Topuria could present an exciting challenge for the talented fighter.