Austin Bashi spoke about coming back from injury ahead of his UFC Oklahoma City bout with Delgado. He also discussed his training alongside Diego Lopez in preparation for the fight.
Austin Bashi is ready to return to the octagon, speaking publicly about his road back from injury ahead of his upcoming bantamweight bout against Delgado at UFC Oklahoma City.
Bashi, 24, carries an impressive 14-1 record into the fight and represents Warrior Way Martial Arts out of the United States. The young Orthodox-stance fighter stands at 168 cm with a 178 cm reach, and his statistical profile paints a picture of a wrestler-first competitor. He averages a remarkable 8.39 takedowns per 15 minutes, making him one of the more active grapplers in his division, while also mixing in 1.3 submission attempts per 15 minutes. His striking output sits at 1.94 significant strikes per minute at 48 percent accuracy, suggesting he is selective rather than volume-heavy on the feet.
In the interview, Bashi addressed his return from injury and outlined the preparation he has put in for the Delgado matchup, noting his training alongside Diego Lopez as a key component of his camp. Lopez's presence in the gym appears to be a significant addition to Bashi's preparation heading into the contest.
Why it matters
- Bashi's 14-1 record and elite takedown rate make him a genuine threat in the bantamweight division, and a strong performance here could push him further up the rankings.
- Returning from injury always introduces an element of the unknown, and how Bashi looks physically will be closely watched by fans and matchmakers alike.
- The Lopez training camp connection adds a notable name to Bashi's preparation and could signal an elevated level of competition in his lead-up work.
