Stipe miocic vs Alistair Overeem Countdown to UFC 203
It time for UFC 203 Countdown as we go behind the scenes. And into the lives and training camps of the current UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic and his opponent. Former K1, Dream and Strikeforce heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem.
Following on from ending his hometown’s 50-year title drought. Stipe gets to defend his title in front of a hometown crowd.
But standing between him and retaining his world title is one of the most dangerous and accomplished men in all mixed martial arts. Alistair Overeem is widely regarded as one of the greatest.
And with one of the most extensive and decorated resumes in the sport, it’s no wonder why. Having fought the very best the sport has to offer across multiple promotions. He now gets his shot at the UFC heavyweight championship.
Miocic In His First Title Defence
In Stipes first defence of his title, he faces a fighter many thinks will be the champion, but for Miocic it’s just another fight. And on home soil with his Cleveland fans cheering him on, he plans to get the job done.
Meanwhile, having moved to a new gym, Alistair is busy getting in his training at JacksonWink in Albuquerque New Mexico. But he still keeps his core team of trainers from Holland nearby even while in the US.
Stipe Miocic has to balance two jobs while training fulltime to defend his title. As the UFC heavyweight champion split his time between the local fire department and the MMA gym. And while he is now seen as the baddest man on the planet. The people who know him best say he has not changed a bit since winning the title.
In a clash of new champion versus seasoned veteran. UFC 203 will see two of the very best on the planet clash to see who will be crowned the UFC heavyweight champion. Can Overeem capture the one belt which has eluded him throughout his career?
Or will the twelve pounds of gold be returning to Cleveland with its favourite son? The action takes place this Saturday night at the quick and Loans Arena. As Miocic looks to become one of the very few heavyweights that can hold his title for an extended run.