Dominick Reyes faces a tough challenge at UFC 314, as the American will face Nikita Krylov in a light heavyweight contest.
Reyes is coming off consecutive wins in 2024 — a KO against Dustin Jacoby in the first round after just two minutes in June and a second-round TKO against Anthony Smith in December.
Now Reyes meets Krylov, ranked eighth in the division.
"I think he's an incredible athlete," Reyes told DAZN News. "I think he has an amazing chin. He has really good cardio, and he pushes the pace at a very high level. I'm excited to take on the challenge."
A former contender for the light heavyweight title, Reyes has just one goal in mind for his upcoming fight.
"I'm going to win," he said. "That's all I would say, hand raised."

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