Ahead of UFC Vegas 102, Jared Cannonier, ranked #7 in the middleweight division, shares his insights on facing Gregory Rodrigues, an up-and-comer. Despite two recent losses, Cannonier perceives Rodrigues with respect, acknowledging his progress. He expresses his discomfort with the 'gatekeeper' label as he's matched against younger fighters. Cannonier is aiming for a dominating performance rather than an engaging brawl, emphasizing the importance of business in this fight, which sets the tone for his career trajectory as he faces challengers.
I think he's pretty much earned what he's done. I guess you can consider me the sacrificial lamb in that regard.
I'm losing the fights against these up-and-comers and opening the door for them.
I don't want to have any wars. I never do. I want to go in there and have a dominant performance.
It would look even more dramatic, even more drastic, because he's so imposing. He's so much bigger than me.
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