Anthony Hernandez Hoping to ‘Put on a Show’ at UFC Shenzhen

Anthony Hernandez is set for his second Octagon appearance when he takes on Jun Yong Park at UFC Fight Night 157.

In his debut, he went to Brazil and lost to Markus Perez by submission. Now, Hernandez will travel to Shenzhen, China for his next bout. “Fluffy” has always wanted to go to China, so it was an added bonus to be able to fight on a UFC card in the country.

“I really don’t care where I want to fight. This is what they offered but I have always wanted to go to China so it is killing two birds with one stone,” Hernandez said to sherdog.com.

Hernandez has four career submission victories and would likely have a clear edge on the ground against Park. Yet, “Fluffy” makes it clear he wants this fight to remain standing even though he has a clear advantage.

“I know he is a good striker and has some submissions. He prefers to stand and bang. So, if you take him down he immediately tries to get up, so I think it will be an exciting fight. Honestly, I want to strike with the guy. I like striking as I grew up kickboxing,” he said. “Grappling is what I added later. Like, I am comfortable everywhere but I’d rather strike. I know I have and advantage on the ground but I want to put on a show and show the UFC what I can do.”