Alexandre Pantoja motivates UFC St. Louis headliner Rodrigo Nascimento: ‘I believe it can be done’

Rodrigo Nascimento is gearing up for his first UFC main event as he prepares to face Derrick Lewis in a five-round heavyweight match at UFC St. Louis. The Brazilian fighter is looking to extend his win streak to four and make his way up the UFC rankings with the ultimate goal of holding the heavyweight title.

Drawing inspiration from his teammate and UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja, Nascimento is confident in his abilities to reach the pinnacle of the sport. Reflecting on his journey so far, Nascimento remains focused on the task at hand and is determined to overcome Lewis in order to continue his ascent in the division.

Despite a setback in his victory over Alan Baudot, Nascimento remains undeterred and considers himself to be on a four-fight winning streak. With impressive wins over Tanner Boser, Ilir Latifi, and Don’Tale Mayes, Nascimento is poised to make a statement in his upcoming bout.

Lewis, known for his knockout power, poses a formidable challenge for Nascimento. However, the Brazilian fighter is prepared for whatever comes his way, whether it be a five-round battle or a quick finish. With his sights set on a top-10 ranking in the division, Nascimento is eager to showcase his skills and secure a victory over Lewis.

As the anticipation builds for their showdown, fans can expect an exciting and competitive matchup between Nascimento and Lewis. Stay tuned for all the action at UFC St. Louis as these two heavyweights collide in the octagon.