Rafael Alves predicts knockout victory, five backflips in celebration at UFC Fight Night 185

LAS VEGAS – Rafael Alves answered questions from reporters on Thursday ahead of his bout at UFC Fight Night 185.

Alves (19-9 MMA, 0-0 UFC), who meets Pat Sabatini (13-3 MMA, 0-0 UFC in a featherweight matchup, discussed being on the verge of living out a dream, the long layoff in between fights, and the late change in opponent.

UFC Fight Night 185 takes place Saturday at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. The entire card streams on ESPN+.

Watch the video above to see Alves’s full pre-fight availability.