Manel Kape Spots Joshua Van's Mistakes

Manel Kape believes he has identified weaknesses in Joshua Van's game that could give him an early finish opportunity.

Kape, who will face Van at UFC 336, the reigning flyweight champion in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, said he has seen mistakes in his opponent's defensive and positional choices. According to Kape, these mistakes could open the way for him to land an effective move in the first rounds of the fight.

During his preparation, Kape studied Van's fights in detail. In his view, the champion does not always keep his habits under pressure, and this creates an opening.

These comments point to one of the aspects of the matchup that deserves close attention. Kape's plan appears to be built around pressuring his opponent early and ending the fight.

UFC 336 is being followed as an important bout that could reshape the championship picture in the flyweight division.