As the countdown to the highly anticipated Rise and Conquer event on April 6th at the Rainton Arena begins, I had the chance to catch up with Simone Abley ahead of her upcoming bout against Cornelia.
Abley, gearing up for her first fight of the year, shares some insights into her preparations and mindset as she prepares to step back into the cage on April 6th.
“I’m feeling good, I feel I have leveled up even more and looking to put a good performance! I’m trying featherweight out again so keen to get going,” says Abley, expressing her readiness both physically and mentally since her last bout.
Reflecting on her past year’s performance, which saw only one MMA bout, Abley remains optimistic and focused on the opportunities ahead: “Activity is going to be important to me this, I want to get in as many fights as I can. Every fight camp I go in, I constantly level up mentally and physically,” she emphasizes, highlighting her commitment to continuous improvement.
Simone Abley Talks Upcoming Rise and Conquer Clash
Facing Cornelia on fight night, Abley acknowledges the challenge but maintains her excitement for the matchup: “I’ve had an opponent switch, I know she’ll be game, she looks technical. I’m excited to just fight to be honest,” she remarks, showing her eagerness to embrace the unpredictability of the sport.
Beyond MMA, Abley’s engagement in various disciplines has proven instrumental in her growth, both as an athlete and as an individual: “This has definitely helped my mindset, overcoming barriers I’ve faced. I like to put myself in discomforting situations so I can level up as a person as well as an athlete,” she explains, underscoring the importance of pushing boundaries for personal and professional development.
For those eagerly awaiting her performance, Abley offers a tantalizing hint of what’s to come: “You should be seeing the Simone Abley who people see in training. Not what they’ve seen in the cage so far,” she teases, leaving fans intrigued and excited for the upcoming showdown.
With her sights set on victory, Simone Abley stands ready to showcase her skills on fight night next weekend.
