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Khabib Nurmagomedov praises Islam Makhachev for UFC 284 win

Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev, UFC 284Khabib Nurmagomedov congratulated Islam Makhachev on successfully defending his lightweight title this past weekend at UFC 284.  Makhachev (24-1) scored a unanimous decision win over No.1 pound-for-pound fighter and UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski. It was the toughest test in his career. It was a close five-round contest and Makhachev did enough to get his […]

Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev, UFC 284

Khabib Nurmagomedov congratulated Islam Makhachev on successfully defending his lightweight title this past weekend at UFC 284. 

Makhachev (24-1) scored a unanimous decision win over No.1 pound-for-pound fighter and UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski. It was the toughest test in his career. It was a close five-round contest and Makhachev did enough to get his hand raised. Now, the Russia native will become the new No.1 ranked fighter in the UFC. 

Khabib Nurmagomedov Reacts to Islam Makhachev’s Big Win 

Nurmagomedov took to social media to congratulate his long-time teammate. 

“Simply the best. Proved it in a hard competitive fight against the best active fighter on the planet. There is always something to work on. But this story will remain for a long time in this sport. Just have a flashback on your memory of who topped the best regardless of weight category from Eurasia in the history of MMA, there were only a couple of fighters and Islam was already on that list. You are already history brother.” (translation via Instagram)

“The Eagle” was not in attendance for Makhachev’s recent win in Perth, Australia. Last month, he retired from coaching to spend time with his family. Nonetheless, he still sends advice and well wishes to his long-time American Kickboxing Academy teammate. 

Makhachev successfully defended the lightweight title for the first time at UFC 284. He first captured UFC gold last October when he submitted former champion Charles Oliveira at UFC 280 in Abu Dhabi. He’s on a 12-fight unbeaten streak.

Islam Makhachev doubles down on controversial UFC 284 win vs. Volkanovski: “Out of 25 minutes Volk got last 1 minute!”

Islam Makhachev and Alexander VolkanovskiIslam Makhachev publicly agrees with the decision of his Main Event bout at UFC 284 against Alexander Volkanovski. After rewatching the fight, Islam claimed that Volkanovski only won the last minute of the fight, contrary to the opinions of many. On Saturday, Feb 11th in Perth, Australia, Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski stole the show […]

Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski

Islam Makhachev publicly agrees with the decision of his Main Event bout at UFC 284 against Alexander Volkanovski. After rewatching the fight, Islam claimed that Volkanovski only won the last minute of the fight, contrary to the opinions of many.

On Saturday, Feb 11th in Perth, Australia, Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski stole the show with their Main Event title fight. The super-fight truly lived up to the hype and was a competitive scrap throughout all five rounds. In the end, Makhachev was awarded the Unanimous Decision victory, retaining his UFC Lightweight title, sending the Aussie crowd into a wave of boos once the judge’s scorecards were read.

Alexander Volkanovski believes he won the fight against Islam Makhachev

After the completion of the five-round war, the internet exploded with varying opinions of the fight, and one most commonly held by many that Volkanovski was in fact robbed of becoming the double-champ. The Featherweight champ himself took to twitter to express his perspective on how the fight went:

In his post-fight octagon interview, Volkanovski hinted at a possible rematch with Makhachev at some point down the line to settle the score and leave no doubts about who the true #1 Pound-for-Pound king is.

Islam Responds to Volkanovski, claiming a Dominant Victory

Shortly after Volkanovski expressed his views on Twitter, Islam Makhachev provided a statement from his side. While many thought the fight was extremely close, Makhachev did not see it this way. Via Twitter, Islam proclaimed:

The Dagestani Makhachev successfully defended his UFC Lightweight title for the first time, and in his eyes, in dominant fashion.

The victorious Makhachev stated in his post-fight octagon interview that he plans to take out any and all contenders in the 155 lb. division, so a rematch with Volk may have to wait. While these two from different weight classes collided at UFC 284, they each have their own respective titles to defend now before an inevitable rematch takes place.

The super-fight between Makhachev and Volkanovski certainly did not disappoint, as we saw each fighter best each other at their own strengths at times. Makhachev was the superior striker for moments of the fight, and Volkanovski weathered the storm and out-wrestled Islam at certain points.

After it was all said and done, UFC 284 lived up to all of the hype. Makhachev and Volkanovski put on a fight for the ages, and regardless of your opinion on the decision, it can be agreed upon that this fight showcased an extremely high level of MMA skill and entertainment.

Islam Makhachev Seemingly Trolls Volkanovski After Rematch Request

UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev doesn’t appear to think his UFC 284 clash with Alexander Volkanovski warrants a rematch. Makhachev defeated Volkanovski via unanimous decision to retain the lightweight belt at UFC 284. It was an instant c…

UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev doesn’t appear to think his UFC 284 clash with Alexander Volkanovski warrants a rematch. Makhachev defeated Volkanovski via unanimous decision to retain the lightweight belt at UFC 284. It was an instant classic that warranted the post-fight ‘Fight of the Night’ performance bonus. The Makhachev vs. Volkanovski matchup was the…

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Joe Rogan disputes Islam Makhachev’s UFC 284 win over Alexander Volkanovski: ‘He f*cking lost, 100 percent’

Joe Rogan Islam Makhachev UFC 284UFC color commentator, Joe Rogan has provided his immediate reaction to last night’s UFC 284 headliner between Islam Makhachev, and Alexander Volkanovski – claiming that despite his close, unanimous decision win over the latter, Makhachev “100 percent” lost to the Australian over the course of five rounds. Sharing the Octagon for the entire 25 minute […]

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UFC color commentator, Joe Rogan has provided his immediate reaction to last night’s UFC 284 headliner between Islam Makhachev, and Alexander Volkanovski – claiming that despite his close, unanimous decision win over the latter, Makhachev “100 percent” lost to the Australian over the course of five rounds.

Sharing the Octagon for the entire 25 minute limit, Makhachev managed to successfully land his first defense of his undisputed lightweight title, taking home a debated, unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 49-46) win over featherweight champion, Volkanovski.

However, in the immediate aftermath of last night’s main event clash in Perth, Australia – many within the mixed martial arts community debated whether or not challenger, Volkanovski had done enough to sway the judges and dethrone Islam Makhachev, with many actually outright debating that the New South Wales native defeated the Russian. 

Joe Rogan questions Islam Makhachev’s win over Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284

Reacting to last night’s action during a Fight Companion episode alongside comedian, Bryan Callen, former UFC heavyweight, Brendan Schaub, and 10th. Planet Jiu-Jitsu founder, Eddie Bravo – Rogan claimed Islam Makhachev “100 percent” lost to Volkanovski, before walking back those comments, and questioning if he was simply biased.

“Oh my God, look at (Islam) Makahchev, he realises now,” Joe Rogan said. “He realises now, he just f*cking lost – 100 percent. Let’s hear it [the decision]. 48-47. Oh my God. Oh my God. Oh my God. We were just – we were convinced – we might have been biased. We might have to watch it. I don’t know, I don’t think so. Let’s see what the online people think, because in my eyes, I thought it was 3-2 (to Alexander Volkanovski). Oh my God. This sucks. Listen to the crowd.” (H/T Jordan Ellis) 

Sharing his thoughts on his triumph over Volkanovski, Makahchev, who suffered a late fifth round knockdown, claimed the Australian only won a single minute of their 25 fight. 

“Just watched the tape, and [I] have to be fair, out of 25 minutes Volk [Alexander Volkanovski] got last 1 minute!” Islam Makahchev tweeted.

Nate Diaz reacts to UFC 284 main event: “Islam got his ass whooped.”

nate diazFormer UFC fighter, Nate Diaz has reacted to UFC 284’s main event between Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Mkahachev. Makhachev successfully defended his 155lb UFC title for the first time last night, but it was certainly not smooth sailing for the near -400 favorite. Capping off UFC 284 in Perth, Australia the pair produced an exciting, […]

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Former UFC fighter, Nate Diaz has reacted to UFC 284’s main event between Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Mkahachev.

Makhachev successfully defended his 155lb UFC title for the first time last night, but it was certainly not smooth sailing for the near -400 favorite. Capping off UFC 284 in Perth, Australia the pair produced an exciting, high-level contest, testing all aspects of each other’s games.

While Makhachev won the fight, it was Volkanovski who captured the hearts of onlookers – thriving, not just surviving in a fight in which many gave him no hope. With a considerable size disadvantage, the Australian would fend off Makhachev’s renowned grappling skills, even implementing his own takedowns and throws of his own.

Volkanovski would also hurt the Dagestani on more than one occasion, and while Makhachev too found success on the feet, the display put on by Volkanovski while moving up in weight was nothing short of phenomenal.

Nate Diaz slams Islam Makhachev

While some took the opportunity to praise Volkanovski for his efforts, there were some of course who would use it to criticize Makhahcev. Nate Diaz, who has feuded with Makhachev’s close friend and training partner, Khabib Nurmagomedov for some time, tweeted out an immediate reaction.

Yeah right Islam Makhachev got his ass whooped‘- Nate Diaz

Diaz was not the only one who may not have agreed with the decision, many fans and fighters voiced their disagreement. However, the fight was a close one, and a win, either way, cannot really be argued with.

Do you agree with Nate Diaz?

Fighters react to Islam Makhachev’s decision win over Alexander Volkanovski: “They did VOLK dirty!”

alexander volkanovskiFighters have reacted to last night’s main event as 145lb champ Alexander Volkanovski challenged Islam Makhachev for the UFC lightweight title. In front of a buzzing Australian crowd, Alexander Volkanovski put on an inspired performance, exceeding many’s expectations and pushing Makhachev to the very limit in what was ultimately a closely contested fight. In the […]

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Fighters have reacted to last night’s main event as 145lb champ Alexander Volkanovski challenged Islam Makhachev for the UFC lightweight title.

In front of a buzzing Australian crowd, Alexander Volkanovski put on an inspired performance, exceeding many’s expectations and pushing Makhachev to the very limit in what was ultimately a closely contested fight.

In the end, Makhachev was awarded a decision victory – surviving a fifth-round scare. Still, there are many who didn’t agree with the outcome, feeling that Volkavoski, who spent most of the fight week as a +300 underdog, deserved the win.

A number of fighters from the UFC reacted via social media:

‘Respect @MAKHACHEVMMA @alexvolkanovski That was one of the most competitive fights in the history of the sport #UFC284‘– Henry Cejudo.

‘Volk deserves a rematch if he wants it. Have a great night everybody! See you on @anikflorianpod there’s much to talk about. That was a brilliant superfight.‘- Kenny Florian.

Even though Islam Makhachev won, NO ONE has been able to do what Alex did against him in this fight!! Alex has got the Dawgg in him, and he for sure was strong enough to hang at 155lb‘- Megan Anderson.

‘They did VOLK dirty! #UFC284 great fight but wrong decision‘-Sam Alvey.

‘Volk!!! Beat his ass‘- Jeremy Stephens.

‘Wow @alexvolkanovski great fight. I didn’t expect that. #UFC284‘ – Merab Dvalishvili

‘Alhamdillah and still’– Belal Muhammad

‘Fight of the year fsfs‘- Terrance McKinney

‘What a fucken fight!!! @ufc‘- Brian Ortega

Should Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev rematch?