Manel Kape Eyes Early Finish in Title Fight vs. Joshua Van at UFC 336
Flyweight contender Manel Kape believes he has spotted exploitable mistakes in champion Joshua Van's game ahead of their title clash at UFC 336 in Toronto.
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Top flyweight contender Manel Kape is confident he can claim UFC gold when he challenges 125-pound champion Joshua Van at UFC 336. The championship bout is scheduled to take place on Jan. 30, 2027, at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.
Kape (23-7) enters the title showdown riding a four-fight finishing streak. Speaking to MMA Junkie, the Angolan contender acknowledged Van’s boxing skills and durability, but insisted the champion makes key technical errors that previous opponents failed to capitalize on due to Van's relative lack of experience in the sport.
“The game plan is very easy,” Kape told MMA Junkie. “I can see things that can make me going for the finish early than I expect.” Kape expressed confidence that he can match Van in boxing exchanges while dictating the tempo and preventing the champion from turning the contest into a brawl.
"Starboy" also warned Van (18-2) against falling into overconfidence after winning the belt, claiming he holds the upper hand in both cage experience and overall skillset.
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