Payton Talbott sees a path to combating Sean O’Malley subsequent, however it might rely upon the result of an upcoming title trilogy.
Talbott dazzled struggle followers as soon as once more within the UFC 332 co-main occasion this previous Saturday. He made quick work of former flyweight titleholder Deiveson Figueiredo. Talbott bought the opening spherical TKO after dropping his opponent with a proper hand and following up with some extra punches for the end.
Within the aftermath of UFC 332, Talbott sees a possibility for a sink or swim struggle towards O’Malley. Chatting with reporters in Salt Lake Metropolis, Talbott stated a conflict with the “Suga” present would make sense if Merab Dvalishvili defeats Petr Yan to regain the 135-pound gold at UFC 333 (h/t MMAFighting).
“We’ll see what occurs with Merab and Yan,” Talbott stated. “If I’m being clear, if Merab wins then it’s a no brainer. He’s already fought Merab loads of occasions and misplaced. If Yan wins, then I don’t know we’ll should see. “He’s the next place than me, we’ll see the place my rank goes. I perceive the place that I’m in, however it’s a enjoyable struggle. I feel each of us ought to need it. He’s referred to as the very best striker in our division, and I’d wish to put that to the take a look at.”
The 28-year-old has been hovering within the bantamweight division. After struggling the primary lack of his professional MMA profession towards Raoni Barcelos again in early 2025, Talbott bounced again with a three-fight successful streak. In that span, he’s crushed Felipe Lima, Henry Cejudo, and now Figueiredo.
O’Malley suffered two losses to Dvalishvili, shedding the bantamweight title of their first assembly. He has rebounded with wins over Track Yadong and Aiemann Zahabi. O’Malley believes he can get one other championship struggle if Yan defeats Dvalishvili on Oct. 24.
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