Johnny Walker has announced his intention to transition to the heavyweight division. He cited his sparring experience with Francis Ngannou, noting that despite being on a diet and having a 20 kg weight disadvantage, he was able to work comfortably with the former champion. Walker explained that cutting weight severely impacts his training quality, causing dizziness and low energy due to insufficient carbohydrates. He believes he would perform much better at heavyweight where he can train without the constraints of weight cutting. The move would represent a significant shift in his UFC career as he looks to compete in a division where he can maintain optimal energy levels.
