Shavkat Rakhmonov is stirring up excitement in the MMA world. Known as ‘Nomad’, this welterweight phenom has been leaving a trail of finished opponents in his wake. Recently, the undefeated Kazakh wrecking ball dropped a tantalizing hint on social media that has got the MMA world buzzing.
Rakhmonov has a perfect 18-0, with every single win coming by knockout or submission. Now he has hinted about his upcoming fight. In a recent Instagram post, the undefeated phenom revealed that he has started training for the next fight.
“Preparation for the upcoming fight has begun.”
Shavkat Rakhmonov’s last fight was a masterclass against Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson at UFC 296 back in December of 2023. He made the former title challenger look ordinary, securing a second-round submission. It was the first time anyone had submitted Thompson in his career,
Currently sitting at No. 3 in the welterweight rankings, Rakhmonov is knocking on the door of a title shot. With Belal Muhammad now holding the belt, the division is wide open. Fans are anticipating who ‘The Nomad’s’ next opponent will be.
Fight Fans React To Shavkat Rakhmonov’s Cryptic Message
The undefeated Kazakh sensation recently posted a bombshell on social media. Rakhmonov hinted at an upcoming fight, sending the MMA world into a frenzy. With his spot at the top, fans are anticipating who he fights next.
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Fight fans immediately started speculating about his next opponent. Some think he is gunning for the belt. That is a valid proposition, as he is ranked #3. Others believe he’s got another top contender, namely Ian Garry, in his sights. A subset of fans believe that a title eliminator between him and Kamaru Usman might be in the works. Here are some reactions from fight fans:
The reactions highlight the excitement surrounding ‘Nomad.’ He’s not just winning fights; he’s finishing them in style. Whoever his next opponent is, one thing is clear: the welterweight division is on notice. Shavkat Rakhmonov is not just knocking on the door of greatness; he’s kicking it down!
