Chan Sung Jung keen on keeping momentum going at UFC Fuel TV3 tonight

Title shots in the UFC don’t come easy, but adding things like the first “twister” submission in the Octagon and a seven-second knockout over an opponent in the top 10 to one’s resume sure helps. Featherweight contender Chan Sung Jung looks to keep the momentum going Tuesday night, when he meets the highly touted Dustin Poirier in the main event of the UFC on Fuel TV 3 card.

Following a disappointing 0-2 showing in the WEC in 2010, Jung was one of the more memorable figures of the sport in 2011. After avenging a previous loss to Leonard Garcia in March, Jung made quick work of Mark Hominick in December, shocking the Canadian fan base with an early knockout at UFC 140. While Poirier (12-1) is the one attracting attention as a future dance partner to current champion Jose Aldo,

Jung (12-3) would have a case of his own for that opportunity with a win Tuesday. ESPN.com spoke with the man they call the Korean Zombie in the buildup to the fight.

ESPN.com: Is there any difference to your approach for this fight, considering you’re on a two-fight win streak and have the makings of a run at the title?

Jung: This is my dream. Winning the title is my dream. As I get closer to…

via Jung keen on keeping momentum going – Mixed Martial Arts Blog – ESPN.