Terrance McKinney doesn’t expect Jim Miller to be able to match his skill on the feet or the ground.
McKinney is set to take on Miller on the prelims of UFC 334 on Saturday in what should be a fan-friendly fight at lightweight. It’s also taking place at Madison Square Garden, which is a dream come true for McKinney.
“Super excited. Just a kid born in Chicago, raised in Washington,” McKinney said on Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com. “Who would’ve thought I’d be on a stage like this? … This is on a bucket list; this is one of the biggest arenas. It’s something I wanted. The same day it went on the broadcast is the same day I got the call. It’s a dream come true.”
Not only will McKinney be getting the chance to fight at MSG, but he will be fighting a legend in Jim Miller. Although Miller is dangerous on the ground, McKinney believes he’s the better grappler in this fight.
“It’s awesome to fight a legend like that. I’m excited to put it on the line and have an exciting fight against him. … If it does go to the ground, I think I am going to shock him there as well. I saw him grapple Chase Hooper, and I think I’m the better grappler,” McKinney said.
Terrance McKinney expects a ‘flawless victory’ at UFC 334
Although McKinney believes he is the better grappler, he knows the easiest path to victory for him is on the feet. With that, McKinney expects to score a quick KO win over Miller, which will be a statement win.
“Dominant fashion. I can see me picking him apart for three rounds, but I think we have the tools to get a finish in the first round. … I think I get a flawless victory,” McKinney said.
If McKinney gets his hand raised, the goal is to return early next year on a rumored card in Orlando where he trains. If he does get his hand raised, he also believes he’s closing in on a ranked opponent.
“It will keep me right where I want to be. One more win and a shot at the rankings,” McKinney concluded.
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