Makhachev ignores Gaethje and sets the tone for Do Bronx in a possible title fight

I. Makhachev in a post-ufc vegas 49. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube

Strong candidate for a future UFC lightweight belt fight, Islam makhachev decided to ignore carrying out the UFC 274, which takes place this Saturday (7), and look to the future. Pupil of Khabib Nurmagomedov, the Russian 'forgot' Justin gaethje and decided to predict the outcome of a possible meeting with Charles of the Bronx, for the title of the category up to 70,3kg.

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“I'm going to submit Oliveira (Do Bronx) in the third round. You can save this image”, published Makhachev, in response to a Twitter user.

Considered by many as 'Khabib's successor', Islam is enjoying a great moment in his career. In the lightweight elite, the athlete has a streak of 10 consecutive victories.

At the top of the division, Do Bronx is in his best phase in professional MMA. Like the Russian, the Brazilian also has 10 consecutive victories, in addition to a title defense.

With an eye on a future title fight, Makhachev does not have his status as a challenger assured by Ultimate. The athlete may have to complete one more challenge before measuring strength with the champion.

I will submit Oliveira inside 3rd., screen it https://t.co/LH5W56si1n

- Makhachev Islam (@MAKHACHEVMMA) May 5, 2022