Edir Terry steps into the cage against Tyler Wilson at XMMA 3 this Saturday, Oct. 23. The bantamweight contest unfolds at Watsco Center in Miami, Fla. The 33-year-old fighter trains out of Miami, Florida, originally hailing from Caracas, Venezuela.
Recently, Terry has been sharpening his craft at MMA Masters, absorbing top-level preparation.
“We’ve had plenty of fighters arriving from the UFC, PFL, Bellator, and ONE Championship. They typically come down for camps lasting anywhere from one to three months,” Terry explained to MMA Empire.
“It’s been fantastic working alongside such accomplished athletes. My teammate, for instance, has been drilling with us relentlessly for more than three months leading up to his UFC bout — that’s Nate (Landwehr).”
Terry faced a late opponent change for XMMA 3, stepping in for a bout originally intended against Canadian fighter Louie Sanoudakis.
The veteran competitor handled the sudden adjustment smoothly.
“The main thing was that my previous opponent was a southpaw, and I’d been preparing specifically for left-handed fighters throughout training. With the new opponent being orthodox, I’ve had to adjust my approach and timing,” Terry noted.
“But it’s manageable — I’m just focusing on working out the footwork.”
Even with the last-minute shift, Terry maintains some knowledge of Wilson and his fighting tendencies.
“The fundamentals remain unchanged. I’ve been training consistently for over ten years, and with the new squad, we’re exceptionally thorough. We cover every angle. Yes, we certainly have a strategy for each matchup, but we never neglect any aspect of our preparation,” Terry said.
“We drill striking, wrestling, and grappling equally. The outcome doesn’t worry me because I’m prepared for any scenario. During my last outing, my opponent expected me to stand and trade, but when I sensed an opening to take them down and control them on the mat, I went for it. Wherever the fight goes, I’m at ease. I always approach these bouts believing I’m competing against the very best.”
