Timur Khizriev, with a flawless record of 16 wins in professional MMA fights, is gearing up to face his toughest opponent yet as Gabriel Braga aims to hand him his first defeat at PFL 9. Despite Braga’s setback against Jesus Pinedo, he has bounced back with remarkable victories over Justin Gonzales and Bubba Jenkins, showcasing his determination and skill in the ring.
In a recent interview, Braga emphasized the unpredictability of the sport, stating that every fighter remains unbeaten until they face their first loss. Braga is not shying away from the challenge and has dedicated his training to exploit the weaknesses he sees in Khizriev’s performance, confident in his ability to break the unbeaten streak.
Looking ahead, Braga is eyeing the championship title this year, drawing from his experience in the 2023 finals. In the headline bout of PFL 9, Brendan Loughnane and Kai Kamaka III will battle it out for the chance to compete in the final. Braga, expressing a preference for facing Loughnane, respects his adversary’s skill and believes that a showdown between them would be intense.
With unwavering self-belief, Braga anticipates Loughnane’s success in their upcoming match and envisions a face-off in the championship final, where he aims to showcase his prowess and secure a well-deserved victory.
