Russian UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev in a duel with Australian Alex Volkanovski demonstrated his best performance in his career. This opinion was shared with by ASA belt holder Evgeniy Goncharov.
On Saturday, Makhachev knocked out Alexander Volkanovski in the first round in the main event of UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi and defended his lightweight championship belt. The two fighters met in Australia in February, with Makhachev winning by unanimous decision. Initially, Makhachev’s opponent for the fight in the UAE was Charles Oliveira, but the Brazilian withdrew from the fight 11 days in advance, and Volkanovski accepted the challenge on short notice.
— Makhachev played a simply incredible role. This is the best performance of Islam’s career. A crazy high kick in the style of Mirko Cro Cop in his prime. Initial work on lower floors, then competent transfer to boss. He threw it at the arm and hit his shin on the head. It was cool. This is an exceptional performance. Then there is one more defense for Islam, and he will repeat Khabib’s feat. I think this will be a defense against Justin Gaethje. He’s good at stand-up, but he’ll find out in wrestling. Or Makhachev will move up in the category. Becoming a double champion is great for your legacy. A lot of interesting things await us,” Goncharov told .
On December 17, Briton Leon Edwards will defend the UFC welterweight belt against American Colby Covington.
The UFC 294 tournament was broadcast live on the channel.
Source : MatchTV
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