Zac Miller has promised those attending UK Fighting Championship 21 this Saturday that they can expect an action-packed fight when he challenges for amateur featherweight gold in Preston, England.
Miller (4-1), who is coming off his first amateur loss in the show’s most recent instalment, is looking to return to the win column when squared off with Jamie Paul. A luxurious gold belt is waiting for either man who wants it more. You want to remain seated when the pair collide.
Ahead of fight night, we spoke with Zac Miller, who is raring to close the year out on a positive note.
Interview With Zac Miller
Saturday night, you return to the Octagon. Talk us through your emotions since your most recent fight with Ollie Morris. What mindset are you in as we close in on the 3rd?
I’m looking forward to getting back in the cage this Saturday. My mindset for this fight is as it is for every fight that I’m better than the time I last stepped in.
Obviously, before being met with Ollie, you were undefeated and crushing everyone in your path. Looking back at the defeat, are you happy it happened in terms of growing as a martial artist or are you still dwelling on it and it niggling away at you?
With my last fight being my first loss, I can honestly say I didn’t take it like a loss. I went three rounds with a very good opponent Ollie Morris who is much more experienced, and it was a good fight. I took a lot of lessons from that fight, and I’m ready to show my improvements.
Fighters always say they take so much away from a loss. What have you taken away from the first career loss that you hope to correct on Saturday night?
What I have taken away from the loss is that I can’t always finish everyone early, and I have to be more prepared to go the distance.
Zac Miller Talks Losing as an Amateur
For some, being undefeated matters tremendously. Many at amateur level put a ton of unnecessary pressure on their shoulders to remain undefeated. Was that the case with you, and do you feel you can fight freely, not worrying about wins or losses? At the end of the day, this level is for growth and development.
Nobody likes losing, but I’m not bothered about having a loss on my record, especially to a good, legit opponent and whilst at amateur, records are for DJs.
Saturday night, you’ll compete for amateur featherweight gold. What would it mean to you to rebound with a title win? If that were the case, would you consider 2022 a success?
Winning this title on Saturday will be a perfect way to end the year. My name will be in the mix with some of the best in the country, and I can start showing people who Zac Miller is.
Facing Jamie Paul
Jamie Paul is the man that’ll you face. What do you know about him, and how do you feel you match up against one another?
I don’t know much about Jamie Paul, but I’ve got a lot of respect for him stepping up for a title fight on two weeks’ notice. I think we will have a good fight and may the best man win on the night.
Your last fight was your first time banking three rounds, I believe. How much value do you take from that experience, and do you think that’ll better prepare you moving forward?
Having my first fight go the three rounds was a good experience, and I’m glad it was a good back-and-forth fight. It has definitely helped me prepare physically and mentally for my upcoming fight.
What can fans expect from Zac Miller at UKFC 21?
Fans at UKFC 21 can expect a good fight, as always, constant action until the fight or the man is done.
Lastly, any last words for your opponent, and how do you anticipate in your mind Saturday night will unfold?
I anticipate this fight ending with my hands up and my belt wrapped around me.
Featured image credits to Zac Miller (Facebook)
