Possibly I’ll rating my first UFC submission vs. Holland

SALT LAKE CITY – Roman Dolidze sees a path to his first UFC submission vs. Kevin Holland.

Dolidze (13-3 MMA, 7-3 UFC) takes on Holland (26-11 MMA, 13-8 UFC) in Saturday’s UFC 307 (pay-per-view, ESPNews, ESPN+) fundamental card opener at Delta Middle in Salt Lake Metropolis.

Dolidze’s first three skilled wins got here by submission, however all his UFC finishes have been by knockout. He thinks that would probably change towards Holland, however it’s not one thing he’ll go after.

“He’s an (unpredictable) man, I’m (unpredictable),” Dolidze instructed MMA Junkie and different reporters at Wednesday’s UFC 307 media day. “However who is aware of – perhaps this time will likely be my first submission within the UFC. It’s a bit of bit unusual: I’m a grappler and I’ve by no means used this (within the UFC), however who is aware of? However you understand me – perhaps I’ll simply go and battle.”

Dolidze was requested his ideas on the sunshine heavyweight title battle between champion Alex Pereira and Khalil Rountree, which led him to specific his frustration with the UFC’s rankings. Dolidze’s most up-to-date battle was a win over ranked gentle heavyweight Anthony Smith in June, however he now finds himself out of the UFC’s 205-pound rankings.

“I’m pleased with the UFC. That’s why I’m not saying something,” Dolidze mentioned. “However even my final battle, I beat Smith. He was No. 10 ranked, and after I awakened Tuesday, some man moved to (No.) 10, and after one month they put me to No. 15. I don’t perceive what’s happening there. For me, it’s to offer for my household, to offer for my children, for his or her future.”

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