Numbers alone might paint a discouraging picture, but Greg Large is determined to silence the doubters.
Large (2-12) headlines Rise FC 2 in a heavyweight showdown against Darwin Douglas (5-6) on Friday evening in Chilliwack, B.C.
The 35-year-old says he's thrilled for the spotlight, and hopes a standout showing draws attention from bigger promotions.
"This is an eye-opener for most promotions," said Large in an interview.
"I really want to get my name and my gym out there, and let everyone know this is what I want and this is where I want to be."
Fighting out of Edmonton, Alta., Large arrives at this matchup on a four-fight skid, with his most recent victory dating back to April 2016 at Rumble in the Cage 52.
He described the bout as something he genuinely craved—not just for the main event billing, but as a chance to right the ship.
"I've been really wanting this fight because he's a past champion and this would be a huge step for me," said Large.
"I've been working really hard for this one and I really want this fight under my name."
Despite never advancing past the first round across his 14 bouts, Large considers his endurance among his greatest assets.
With Douglas making his return after nearly four years away from the cage, Large believes his stamina—and his higher activity level compared to Douglas—will be decisive factors.
"The way I see it is I don't think he has the cardio that I have now," said Large.
"My main focus has been on my cardio so I can last those five rounds."
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"I'd like to thank Rise FC for giving me this opportunity. I'd like to thank my community of Saddle Lake for all their support and sponsors."
