Islam Makhachev has already revealed he wants to be an active champion. However, he has not been able to do so. The Russian wants to fight three times a year, but it seems far-fetched. He fought twice in 2023 and has already fought once in 2024. The pound-for-pound king’s next fight is likely in the main event of UFC 308 in October. With Arman Tsarukyan all but ruled out due to suspension, Dana White and the UFC need somebody to step in.
Gamrot’s Response to Makhachev Sparks Fan Excitement
Michael Chandler recently revealed the promotion offered him a title shot against Makhachev. Moreover, Dustin Poirier also expressed interest in the fight to avenge the loss at UFC 302. However, Makahchev revealed he has no interest in fighting Chandler or Poirier. Nonetheless, Makhachev’s “I need new 🎯” tweet has received a response from a top lightweight contender.
Mateusz Gamrot, a teammate of Poirier and Tsarukyan at American Top Team, responded with the emoji of wrestling and fire on X, a sign of promising fireworks in grappling and wrestling if they fight. After Gamrot accepted the champion’s challenge, a section of fans rallied behind the idea, urging Dana White to book the fight. See some of the fan reactions below.
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The Pole is fifth in the lightweight rankings and on a three-fight winning streak. Moreover, Makahchev’s mentor, Khabib Nurmagomedov, once predicted the 33-year-old as a future title challenger for his protege’s crown. Makahchev’s dominance in the fight game is due to his superior wrestling, Mateusz Gamrot’s bread and butter.
In addition to wrestling, Gamrot has the best cardio in the lightweight division. Moreover, he was Dustin Poirier’s main sparring partner in his title fight at UFC 302. The Pole had also won against Arman Tsarukyan, the current number-one contender. Therefore, a potential title fight between Makahchev and Gamrot will be fun to watch stylistically.
