When we list the most versatile fighters in the UFC, Islam Makhachev’s name will be at the top. Makahachev has been on the top of the pound-for-pound list for a reason. Makahchev has only lost one bout in the UFC and has beaten every one of his opponents in the octagon lately. He last fought when he knocked out Alexander Volkanovski in the first round of their fight. Islam Makhachev, in a recent interview, opened up about the latest pound-for-pound rankings in the company.
Islam Makahachev became the Lightweight champion when he beat out Charles Oliveira in a rather impressive manner.
Islam Makhachev gives his take on P4P rankings
The UFC updated its pound-for-pound rankings, with Jon Jones as its number-one fighter. Islam Makhachev, who held the position previously, is certainly not a fan of the updated list. Makhachev has neutralized every opponent of his in title fights in the UFC. Makhachev comes from Dagestan and, therefore, has an immense wrestling pedigree. Makhachev, in the latest interview, was seen expressing his concern about the latest ranking list. Islam said,
It’s bullsh*t
Islam Makhachev did not mince his words when discussing Jon and the list. He thinks he should be the number one fighter in the world and the UFC. Islam Makhachev made it clear that he has been much more active than Jon recently, given that Jon has only fought once in the last five years in the octagon. Makhachev clearly wants his number-one spot back from the UFC.
Islam has the chance of returning to the top of the rankings once more with a win over Dustin Poirier in the main event of UFC 302. Islam is the clear favorite in the bout, and Makhachev made it clear on social media that he will finish Dustin in the main event.
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Poirier is the underdog going into the fight and would be willing to cause a massive upset in the cage. Poirier has struggled with his opponent’s grappling in the past and Islam is the heavy favorite in the grappling department.
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