Ige On Bantamweight Cut And Martinez Challenge

Dan Ige opened up about his bantamweight debut and Noche UFC fight against David Martinez during the latest Just Scrap Radio episode on BJPENN.com.

Ige told host Cole Shelton that the drop to 135 pounds was deliberate and included a practice weight cut to ensure he could make the limit safely. Per BJPENN.com, the former featherweight contender said he was not surprised to land a top-ranked opponent like Martinez because he specifically called for the matchup and the event slot.

Klose Targets Deep Water Against Gantt

Drakkar Klose also appeared on the program to preview his lightweight bout against Tommy Gantt at the same card. The veteran lightweight discussed another year-long layoff due to injury and when doctors cleared him to return. Klose said he plans to drag Gantt into deep waters and told Shelton he wants a rematch with Beneil Dariush if he wins.

Ige weighed the style matchup against Martinez and what fresh fights at bantamweight could mean for his career trajectory. Both fighters compete at Noche UFC on Saturday.

Reported via:

• BJPenn — Just Scrap Radio Ep. 230 with Dan Ige and Drakkar Klose