I. Makhachev is the current number nine in the UFC lightweight division. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
The great victory of Islam makhachev No. UFC Las Vegas 31 opened a new range of possibilities for the Russian. Executioner of Thiago Moses At the weekend, the athlete, however, criticized the 'silence' of some lightweight representatives (up to 70,3kg), challenged after his triumph. On social media, the pupil of American kickboxing Academy (AKA) mentioned names again.
“Silence Radio. Rafael dos Anjos, Tony Ferguson, Michael chandler. I bet they are all waiting for the 'run over' (Conor) McGregor to come back,” wrote Makhachev, in his account on Twitter.
Islam's victory last Saturday (17) extended the Russian's good momentum, who now has eight positive results in a row at lightweight. With the triumph over Moisés, the athlete, however, should not advance in the ranking and could 'park' in ninth position.
One of the highlights in the division led by Charles of the Bronx, Makhachev is considered a big bet for AKA. For many in the academy, the fighter will soon become the replacement for the legendary Khabib Nurmagomedov, retired since the end of last season.
Professional in MMA since 2010, Islam currently has 21 commitments in MMA. The fighter has 20 wins and one setback, suffered in October 2015, when he was knocked out by Adriano Martins.
Radio silence😀 @RdosAnjosMMA @TonyFergusonXT @MikeChandlerMMA I bet they all waiting for smashed mcgregor return now 🤷🏼♂️
- Makhachev Islam (@MAKHACHEVMMA) July 19, 2021
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