Ferreira views the fight with Hawes as a perfect stylistic matchup to execute everything he’s been working on.
“I see a lot of holes. I think this is a very good fight for me because I can show all my power, all my tools, strikes, takedowns, and fight this fight in the best way possible while still looking for the knockout. Ferreira said. “We’re both knockout artists, but I just came off a loss and watched his last three fights. I think I only need one blow to end this fight, but I will use all my weapons. I will constantly strive to do my best and I don’t think he will be able to handle it.
What Ferreira has seen in three of Hawes’ last four fights is Hawes losing by knockout, and as a knockout artist, he’s licking his lips to step in and trade on Saturday.
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“I don’t see this fight going past the second round,” Ferreira predicted. “It might top the first one, but I’m not sure. I’ve already shown my knockout power, but I’ve added a lot to my game. I want to show how good my judo and jiu jitsu skills are. I’m sure you’ll see a lot of takedowns and be really impressed, but I’ll only use it if I see an opportunity.
“Otherwise, I will continue to look for a quick knockout victory.”