The Russian subcontinent is well represented by its fighters in the UFC. The country has been the supplier of some of the absolute best fighters to the company. Khabib put his hometown Dagestan and the country Russia on the MMA map. Khabib’s friend and protege Islam Makhachev is continuing his legacy when it comes to fighting. The main reason the Russians are well respected because their dedication towards their religion and their willingness to speak against societal wrong.
Islam Makhachev took to his social media and spoke out against the terrorist attack that took place in Moscow where more than 40 people lost their lives.
Islam Makhachev takes a massive stand
A major terrorist attack took place in Moscow’s Crocus City Hall where a rock concert was about to take place. It was reported that the death toll stands at at least forty people and over hundred were gravely injured. Islam on his social media handle wrote,
There is nothing worse than killing innocent people! There is no one worse than the killers of innocent people! Those responsible for this inhumanity, killing people around the world without cause or reason must be punished Condolences to the families of the victims, speedy recovery to the injured Strength and patience to all of us during this difficult time.
He offered his support to the families of the deceased and wished them strength during this gruesome time period. He made it clear that there is nothing worse than killing innocent folks for absolutely no reason. Islam’s words will definitely have a positive affect on the affected families.
He gave out his statement after his older brother and friend Khabib also commented on the same. It’s quite clear that the lightweight champion of the world is gravely affected by what took place in his country that too during the month of Ramadan. Islam has always shown class in all of his fights in victory or defeat. Turns out Islam is set out to be one of the most skillful and respected fighters of all time both on and off the court.
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It’ll be interesting to see what developments take place in the destructive event. Islam last fought in the UFC when he knocked out Alexander Volkanovski. Recently he said that Dustin Poirier would be a perfect opponent given the rest of the contenders are already booked and busy. The fight fans will certainly have to wait for a few more months to witness Islam Makhachev back in action.
