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Video – Paul Craig, Volkan Oezdemir Separated Following UFC London Weigh-In Altercation

UFC LondonAhead of their UFC London main card opener, surging light heavyweight contender, Paul Craig, and one-time division title challenger, Volkan Oezdemir required corralling by UFC officials and security – with the former forcing a close engagement at the ceremonial weigh-ins.  Craig, who enters tomorrow’s matchup off the back of a rallying first round triangle submission […]

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Ahead of their UFC London main card opener, surging light heavyweight contender, Paul Craig, and one-time division title challenger, Volkan Oezdemir required corralling by UFC officials and security – with the former forcing a close engagement at the ceremonial weigh-ins. 

Craig, who enters tomorrow’s matchup off the back of a rallying first round triangle submission win over Nikita Krylov – donning his usual Scottish-themed face paint, wasted no time closing the distance with the Swiss native, with Mick Maynard doing his best to prevent a physical altercation.

Tensions between highly-touted flyweight prospects, Muhammad Mokaev, and Charles Johnson also reached and exceeded boiling point this Friday during today’s ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of UFC London – with matchmaker, Maynard separating the two following notable physical contact.

Mokaev, who debuted in the UFC back in March at the first edition of UFC London this year, landed in the promotion with a stunning first round guillotine win against Cody Durden in quickfire fashion.

UFC London lands with a 14 fight card tomorrow at The O2 Arena in the capital

As for Johnson, this weekend’s O2 Arena event will come as the LFA staple’s organizational bow.

However, ahead of the preliminary card matchup, tensions between the two rose across social media over the course of the week, with Mokaev receiving flak from Johnson as he posed with an AK 47 while seated in his car, in a bid to hype up to their fight.

As a result, Johnson, who had taken severe umbrage with Mokaev’s photo posted on social media, leaked a lengthy and tense direct message exchange with the highly-touted Mokaev. 

Noting his dislike for main card opponent, Jordan Leavitt ahead of the capital showcase, polarizing lightweight prospect, Paddy Pimblett – who had claimed that he would rearrange the face of the Las Vegas native on Saturday, smiled cordially with Leavitt before embracing the London crowd to boot.

Muhammad Mokaev, Johnson Clash Over Gun Image/Street Cred

Tensions are running high between UFC flyweight prospects Muhammad Mokaev and former LFA champion Charles Johnson ahead of their matchup. Mokaev and Johnson are set to face off at an upcoming UFC Fight Night event on July 23rd. The card will be headlin…

Tensions are running high between UFC flyweight prospects Muhammad Mokaev and former LFA champion Charles Johnson ahead of their matchup. Mokaev and Johnson are set to face off at an upcoming UFC Fight Night event on July 23rd. The card will be headlined by a heavyweight battle between top contenders Curtis Blaydes and Tom Aspinall…

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Muhammad Mokaev To Face LFA Champ Johnson At July 23 UFC Event

A UFC flyweight matchup between rising contender Muhammad Mokaev and LFA champion Charles Johnson is set for July 23. ESPN’s Brett Okamoto was the first to report the booking. Mokaev is fresh off his UFC debut win over Cody Durden at UFC London last month. He is undefeated in his career and signed with the…

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A UFC flyweight matchup between rising contender Muhammad Mokaev and LFA champion Charles Johnson is set for July 23.

ESPN’s Brett Okamoto was the first to report the booking.

Mokaev is fresh off his UFC debut win over Cody Durden at UFC London last month. He is undefeated in his career and signed with the UFC following four wins in Brave CF.

At 21 years old, Mokaev is aiming toward potentially becoming the UFC’s youngest world champion in the future. A win over Johnson could propel Mokaev into the UFC flyweight rankings.

Before the win over Durden, Mokaev earned finishes over Jamie Kelly and Blaine O’Driscoll in Brave.

Johnson will finally get his chance on MMA’s biggest stage following an impressive run in LFA. He won the interim LFA flyweight title over Yuma Horiuchi at LFA 110 before picking up victories over Carlos Mota and Joao Camilo.

Johnson also fought against current UFC contender Brandon Royval at LFA 48, losing a unanimous decision. He has also fought in the boxing ring, earning his first win at Thailand FC 4 over Falan Phongsiri.

The winner between Mokaev and Johnson could emerge as a factor in the flyweight title picture in 2022 and beyond. UFC Flyweight Champion Deiveson Figueiredo is expected to defend his belt against Brandon Moreno for a fourth matchup later this year.

What is your early prediction for Muhammad Mokaev vs. Charles Johnson?

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Report | Muhammad Mokaev Returns, Meets Charles Johnson At UFC Event On July 23.

Muhammad MokaevUndefeated flyweight prospect, Muhammad Mokaev is slated for his second Octagon outing on July 23. – making a summer landing against promotional newcomer, LFA flyweight champion, Charles Johnson. Whilst an official location, billing, or venue for the showcase has yet to be determined by the promotion, multiple reports have confirmed that a London return for […]

Muhammad Mokaev

Undefeated flyweight prospect, Muhammad Mokaev is slated for his second Octagon outing on July 23. – making a summer landing against promotional newcomer, LFA flyweight champion, Charles Johnson. Whilst an official location, billing, or venue for the showcase has yet to be determined by the promotion, multiple reports have confirmed that a London return for the UFC is currently targeted for July 23.

Muhammad Mokaev managed to stop Cody Durden early in his UFC London debut with a guillotine

Muhammad Mokaev, an alum of Brave CF, successfully made his UFC debut back in March at The O2 Arean – opening the UFC London card with a dominant, quickfire guillotine win over Cody Durden.

31-year-old LFA flyweight champion, Johnson is undefeated in his last four consecutive outings, most recently defeating the then-undefeated Carlos Mota with a fifth round knockout back at LFA 122 in January of this year. ESPN MMA reporter, Brett Okamoto was first to report Mokaev’s return against Johnson this summer.

“21-year-old flyweight prospect Muhammad Mokaev (@muhammadmokaev) has booked his second appearance in the UFC, per sources,” Brett Okamoto tweeted. “Will meet LFA champ Charles Johnson (@InnerGMMA) on July 23. Super high on Mokaev. Big shot for Johnson to derail him in his UFC debut.” 

6-0 as a professional, Mokaev, a decorated IMMAF (International Mixed Martial Arts Federation) gold medalist and veteran, enjoyed a storied, unbeaten amateur career prior to his professional bow back in August 2020.

Competing under the Brave CF banner in the Middle East on five separate occasions, Mokaev landed wins over Glenn McVeigh, Jamie Kelly, Abdul Hussein, and Bellator MMA alum, Blaine O’Driscoll before his March UFC bow.

Presenting a sizeable threat to Mokaev’s undefeated record on paper, Johnson, a trainee of Tiger Muay Thai boasts an 11-2 professional record. Prior to his above-mentioned success against Mota, Johnson defeated the trio of Joao Camillo, Yuma Horiuchi, and Karlee Pangilinan. 

Report | Muhammad Mokaev Returns, Meets Charles Johnson At UFC Event On July 23.

Muhammad MokaevUndefeated flyweight prospect, Muhammad Mokaev is slated for his second Octagon outing on July 23. – making a summer landing against promotional newcomer, LFA flyweight champion, Charles Johnson. Whilst an official location, billing, or venue for the showcase has yet to be determined by the promotion, multiple reports have confirmed that a London return for […]

Muhammad Mokaev

Undefeated flyweight prospect, Muhammad Mokaev is slated for his second Octagon outing on July 23. – making a summer landing against promotional newcomer, LFA flyweight champion, Charles Johnson. Whilst an official location, billing, or venue for the showcase has yet to be determined by the promotion, multiple reports have confirmed that a London return for the UFC is currently targeted for July 23.

Muhammad Mokaev managed to stop Cody Durden early in his UFC London debut with a guillotine

Muhammad Mokaev, an alum of Brave CF, successfully made his UFC debut back in March at The O2 Arean – opening the UFC London card with a dominant, quickfire guillotine win over Cody Durden.

31-year-old LFA flyweight champion, Johnson is undefeated in his last four consecutive outings, most recently defeating the then-undefeated Carlos Mota with a fifth round knockout back at LFA 122 in January of this year. ESPN MMA reporter, Brett Okamoto was first to report Mokaev’s return against Johnson this summer.

“21-year-old flyweight prospect Muhammad Mokaev (@muhammadmokaev) has booked his second appearance in the UFC, per sources,” Brett Okamoto tweeted. “Will meet LFA champ Charles Johnson (@InnerGMMA) on July 23. Super high on Mokaev. Big shot for Johnson to derail him in his UFC debut.” 

6-0 as a professional, Mokaev, a decorated IMMAF (International Mixed Martial Arts Federation) gold medalist and veteran, enjoyed a storied, unbeaten amateur career prior to his professional bow back in August 2020.

Competing under the Brave CF banner in the Middle East on five separate occasions, Mokaev landed wins over Glenn McVeigh, Jamie Kelly, Abdul Hussein, and Bellator MMA alum, Blaine O’Driscoll before his March UFC bow.

Presenting a sizeable threat to Mokaev’s undefeated record on paper, Johnson, a trainee of Tiger Muay Thai boasts an 11-2 professional record. Prior to his above-mentioned success against Mota, Johnson defeated the trio of Joao Camillo, Yuma Horiuchi, and Karlee Pangilinan.