Bo Nickal is focused on his upcoming fight against Reinier de Ridder at UFC Des Moines, emphasizing his readiness to compete in both striking and grappling while aiming to secure a victory through maximum effort.
Bo Nickal knows all about Reinier de Ridder’s bold claim. The former ONE Championship champ plans to make Nickal grapple at UFC Des Moines. But, Nickal’s not just about wrestling.
This Saturday, Nickal faces his toughest challenge yet. De Ridder might think nobody wants to see them strike, but Nickal disagrees. He believes he’s got the upper hand in striking.
“I think he’s saying that because he doesn’t want to get knocked out,” Nickal told MMA Fighting. He respects de Ridder’s skills, but he’s confident in his own power.
Wherever the fight leads, Nickal’s ready. Ground game? Sure, he hopes for some thrilling scrambles. But he’s prepared for anything.
Since joining the UFC, Nickal’s future has been a hot topic. Big fights, titles, middleweight fame—they’re all on the horizon.
Yet, he’s not distracted by future dreams. Facing an unbeaten de Ridder, Nickal’s focus is clear: win at UFC Des Moines.
“I expect to win this fight,” Nickal said. Finish or decision, it doesn’t matter. He’s all about giving 100 percent from start to finish.
He can’t control his opponent, the crowd, or the ref. Just himself. Gratitude and effort are his only guarantees.