Jan Blachowicz is fed up with waiting and he’s voicing his disdain about the current situation at light heavyweight where Jiri Prochazka has been campaigning for a rematch against Glover Teixeira.
Following a win over Aleksandar Rakic in May, Blachowicz considered himself the No. 1 contender in the division and it appeared he would get his wish for a title shot after Prochazka defeated Teixeira a few weeks later at UFC 275.
It was after he claimed the 205-pound title that Prochazka came face-to-face with Blachowicz and told the Polish powerhouse “you’re next” but then later declared that he wanted to face Teixeira again because he wasn’t happy with his performance in their first encounter.
“He said my name a couple of times. He wants me, I am the next in line and now he changed his mind,” Blachowicz told MMA Fighting. I don’t understand why. That’s it. That’s why I’m a little bit annoyed about this situation.
“He should fight against me. If he fights with me, it will be an exciting fight. This fight is what Europe and the entire world deserve. Fans want this fight. I don’t know why he don’t want this fight.”
While Blachowicz maintains the utmost respect for Teixeira, he doesn’t understand how an automatic rematch makes much sense even if the first fight with Prochazka played out in a back-and-forth war.
The ending was final with Prochazka knocking out Teixeira at the fifth round. Now Blachowicz wants what he’s earned.
” “It’s easy,” Blachowicz stated. He won his fight and I won my fight. “He defends his belt. I’m next. That’s it. It’s easy for me to see the point, but it doesn’t leave much room for interpretation. This is a bit irritating. He and Glover had a fantastic fight. I have a lot to respect them both. However, the UFC must make some decisions. We’re still waiting for some sort of outcome. This fight is for the fans there are no bullies and it’s not about politics.
“His style, my style, I think it’s going to be a great fight. It’s up to us. You just have to sign the contract and do it .
On Tuesday Blachowicz took to Twitter in order to present his case for the title fight. Prochazka replied that he had never promised him a fight. He said, “I only said you are my challenge. .”
I never promised you our fight @JanBlachowicz I just said you are the challange what I want to Cut.
Second thing is, Iam still waiting for answer from @gloverteixeira. Let me know if you aren’t interested. This is the year I will fight until the very end. No matter who.— Jiri BJP Prochazka (@jiri_bjp) August 10, 2022
Blachowicz didn’t like the response, particularly considering that Prochazka should not be choosing and picking his opponents.
“That’s why I want this fight,” Blachowicz said. “It’s why I’m at the top of the division and he’s the champion. It’s not a nameless sport. I am not in the top 10. I’m just ready for this fight.”
Blachowicz has never felt the need to trash talk his opponents and he’s not going to start now by insulting Prochazka just to get his attention.
He does acknowledge that the whole ordeal has been a sham for him. This is the reason he’s started to lose some respect for UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, UFC Light Heavyweight.
” I don’t lose regard for his abilities in the Octagon,” Blachowicz stated. “But I lose a little bit of respect what he’s saying and what he’s doing.
“You might be able to understand [he’s avoiding me]. a bit. I think maybe in his head, it’s better to lose the belt against Glover than against me in Europe. Maybe that’s why he’s doing that.”
Blachowicz is limited to banging the drum in the hope that the UFC will pay attention. However, he is hopeful Prochazka will be paying close attention to what he is saying.
“If you don’t make this fight right now, it’s going to be a really bad move for you,” Blachowicz said directly to Prochazka. Because the entire Europe awaits you. It is the right time to fight. Don’t forget to make money and get this fight in Europe. It’s a great time to fight.
“They almost kicked me out of the UFC, and I became a champion. I just deserve this fight.”
