JOHNNY WALKER has put himself forward as a potential short-notice replacement for UFC 334, just days after delivering another spectacular knockout.
The Brazilian is willing to step in if needed for the heavyweight title clash between Ciryl Gane and Josh Hokit at Madison Square Garden this weekend.
“If they need someone to step in, I’m here,” Walker told MMA Fighting, confirming he had escaped his latest fight without serious injuries.
Walker insists his swollen face is merely the result of taking punches rather than anything more concerning, leaving him open to a quick turnaround.
The 34-year-old has enjoyed an impressive run since moving up to heavyweight. He knocked out Mick Parkin in the first round on his divisional debut at UFC 332 before following it up with a third-round stoppage of Waldo Cortes-Acosta.
Cortes-Acosta had never previously been stopped, making Walker’s latest victory another statement performance. With UFC 334 approaching, the Brazilian could now be in line for an unexpected opportunity if the main event requires a replacement.
