On paper, it’s a fight nerd’s dream. The two men are almost completely even in many statistical categories, including striking accuracy, striking defense, takedown accuracy and takedown defense. Fireworks afoot? Check.
Special stats. Special performances. And for his next act: a special homecoming.
For all of Jung’s accomplishments in the Octagon, precious few have happened outside of North America, and the country he represents in his nickname hasn’t seen him fight on their soil since 2008.
“Truly, I wanted to fight in Korea for Korean fans all along,” he says, visibly honored to be headlining UFC Busan this Saturday. “I don’t think I can be complete again if I don’t come back here.”
Fans in his home country have proudly supported him from the other side of the world, interminably patient for his triumphant return.
“I think more men than women recognize me,” he says, speaking of his time in his homeland. “But I am recognized a lot.”
As he should be.
