Islam Makhachev reveals who should be his first challenger in the UFC welterweight division.

Makhachev receives support from Khabib at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC

Islam makhachev He already has his favorite to be the first challenger in the welterweight division (up to 77kg) of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. The Russian dominated Jack Della Maddalena No. UFC 322, held last Saturday (15), and won his second belt in the organization. Now, aiming to make history, he wants to face a legend of the division.

In an interview with the UFC after his victory in UFC 322, Islam makhachev praised Carlos Prates e MichaelMorales, who are candidates for the challenger position. However, he stated that he would prefer to face the former champion, Kamaru Usman in his first title defense.

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“I still think Kamaru can defeat Morales and Prates. Kamaru is the strongest name. They are young and ambitious, but Kamaru remains dangerous and one of the best in this game. If I were given the option and asked who I would like to fight, I would say Kamaru,” he said. Islam makhachev.

Who will confront Islam Makhachev?

Despite the interest of Islam makhachev to face Kamaru UsmanThe fight for the number one contender spot in the welterweight division is one of the fiercest in the entire UFC.

Besides Carlos Prates e MichaelMorales, who won by knockout in UFC 322 and should appear in the top 5 in the next ranking update. Ian Gary takes action against Belal Muhammad | next Saturday (22), in a crucial duel for the category. Meanwhile, Shavkat Rakhmonov, who is returning from injury, and Ilia Topuria, champion of the lightweight division (up to 70,3kg), are outsiders in the competition.