Kelvin Gastelum thinks match against Daniel Rodriguez at UFC Saudi Arabia may have ‘loser goes home’ clause – FirstSportz

The sport of Mixed Martial Arts is a tough sport. Fighters must give everything to reach the top of the ladder. Unfortunately, there is a harsh reality: not everyone succeeds. For Kelvin GastelumThe stakes remain much higher in UFC Saudi Arabia Daniel Rodriguez. His job may be on the line in this battle.

Kelvin Gastelum was recently interviewed by MMA junkie. The winner of Ultimate Fighter 17 embraces the challenge ahead. The former title challenger believes the loser of his fight against Daniel Rodriguez could potentially lose his career in the UFC.

This one does feel a little different. I need a win. I'm in a must-win situation. I think both of us. I think loser goes home. Loser packs and goes home and doesn't sign with the UFC.

Kelvin Gastelum via MMA Junkie

Both Kelvin Gastelum and Daniel Rodriguez are nearing the end of their contracts with the UFC. A win for either remains necessary given their recent performances. Gastelum records a loss Sean Brady. He was 2-6 in his last eight fights in the UFC. As for Rodriguez, he is on a two-fight losing streak, the most recent of which was his fight against Ian Gary.

Gastelum’s brutal honesty underlines how crucial this fight is to his UFC future. He had an 11-year run, with the promotion highlighted by an interim title challenge Israel Adesanya. Another loss could mean you get sent packing. This also applies to his opponent. Both fighters would give it their all and try to land the next UFC contract.

Kelvin Gastelum vs. Daniel Rodriguez: MMA career to date

Kelvin Gastelum and Daniel Rodriguez prepare to fight on the debut card for Saudi Arabia this weekend. However, it’s hard not to notice the stark contrast in their respective resumes. Both men are admittedly in potential make-or-break territory. However, Gastelum’s pedigree as an elite fighter far exceeds that of his fellow fighter.

Gastelum has fought several former champions on his resume. He fought people like Michael Bisping, Chris Wiedman, Vitor Belfort, Robert Whittaker, and Adesanya. He went on to share the octagon against the likes of Uriah Hall, Darren Tilland Sean Brady. Gastelum has fought absolute killers in his division. He may not have won them all, but the experience alone is worth a lot.