‘I’m Going to Be a F***ing Animal When I Get Back’- TJ Dillashaw on Why He Wanted to Fight Cory Sandhagen

TJ Dillashaw is without a doubt one of the best bantamweights to have ever fought in the UFC. Dillashaw has shared the octagon with some of the best bantamweights the UFC has had to offer and has more often than not come out on top. However, all his achievements in the sport have now been tarnished given his failed drug test that kept him out of the sport for two years. 

Dillashaw returns to the octagon this weekend to start from scratch and once again build his legacy back up as one of the best at 135-pounds. Ahead of his return, Dillashaw shared his thoughts on the rigorous testing he has been under.

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Can TJ Dillashaw bounce back against Cory Sandhagen?

Former champion TJ Dillashaw is one of the best strikers in the division and has proved that time and time again. However, ring rust is a factor to take into consideration. Dillashaw has been away from the sport for over two years which will definitely impact his timing, speed, and other factors. He takes on someone in Cory Sandhagen who has looked phenomenal in his last two fights and produced jaw-dropping knockouts. 

Both men are elite strikers, and the fight will be closely contested on the feet. However, Dillashaw is the superior wrestler and therefore could also opt to ground and pound ‘Sandman’. It will be interesting to see what approach the former champion adopts going into this return fight where there is a lot at stake for him.