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Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov agrees to Bo Nickal fight after UFC Saudi Arabia: ‘He has good wrestling’

After last night’s sophomore Octagon victory in Riyadh, surging middleweight prospect, Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov has agreed to take on…

After last night’s sophomore Octagon victory in Riyadh, surging middleweight prospect, Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov has agreed to take on fellow highly-touted challenger, Bo Nickal following a call out – praising the Colorado star’s wrestling ability.

Magomedov, who made his promotional bow last year at UFC 294, earned a decision win over Bruno Silva in Abu Dhabi – before taking on the Brazilian’s compatriot, Antonio Trocoli on short-notice overnight in Saudi Arabia, courtesy of a third round knockout win.

And improving to 13-0 as a result, the Makhackala native has landed himself on the radar of the above-mentioned, Nickal – who most recently enjoyed a second round rear-naked choke win over Cody Brundage on the monumental UFC 300 card back in April.

Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov welcomes Bo Nickal clash after UFC Saudi Arabia

Staking his claim for a fight with the Russian ace after his knockout win over Trocoli, Nickal’s call out appeared to grab the attention of Magomedov, who described a potential pairing as an “interesting fight” for the duo.

“Yes, Bo Nickal is an interesting opponent,” Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov told assembled media after UFC Saudi Arabia. “Interesting fight – interesting opponent. He has good wrestling. Wrestling now for me, [is] no problem. I’m from Dagestani you know, brother. Russia – Russian men [are] icemen. No problem [with] wrestling, takedowns no problem. Dangerous damage: elbow, knee – let’s go.”

As for Nickal, the wrestling ace claimed he was unable to land himself a short-notice fight with former middleweight champion, Robert Whittaker atop last night’s card – failing to respond in time to the promotion’s short-notice offer.

Headlining the promotion’s premiere outing in Riyadh, ex-champion, Whittaker made lightwork of the seven-fight winning spree of Ikram Aliskerov, finishing the Russian with a brutal first round uppercut knockout win in Saudi Arabia.

Who wins in a future fight: Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov or Bo Nickal?

Khamzat Chimaev warns Robert Whittaker after brutal KO win at UFC Saudi Arabia: ‘We are not done’

Despite his withdrawal from a scheduled UFC Saudi Arabia headliner with former middleweight champion, Robert Whittaker tonight amid an…

Despite his withdrawal from a scheduled UFC Saudi Arabia headliner with former middleweight champion, Robert Whittaker tonight amid an apparent “violent” illness battle, unbeaten contender, Khamzat Chimaev claims his rivalry with the victor is far from over.

Remaining in the main event of tonight’s first trip to Riyadh for the organization, former undisputed middleweight titleholder, Whittaker made short work of replacement opponent, common-foe, Ikram Aliskerov.

Launching a blistering barrage on the Dagestani striker, Robert Whittaker felled Aliskerov at the Octagon fence early in the opening round, before forcing a stoppage for a first round knockout – handing the Russian his first loss in seven fights, and landing his first finish in seven years to boot.

Labelling himself as the “boogeyman” at 185lbs off the back of his emphatic knockout win over Aliskerov, Whittaker welcomed the chance to feature as the backup fighter to the UFC 305 headliner in August, as former opponents, Dricus du Plessis takes on Israel Adesanya.

Khamzat Chimaev takes aim at Robert Whittaker

However, receiving a warning from unbeaten starlet, Chimaev, Whittaker was reminded that whilst they failed to compete in the Middle East, the former still has sights set on settling their differences in the future.

“Congratulations @robwhittakermma we are not done!” Khamzat Chimaev posted on his official X account, as translated from Russian by Google. “I wish you a speedy recovery @ikram_aliskerov keep your head up my brother.”

Sidelined through a reported bout of “food poisoning” – Chimaev’s future in the promotion remains up in the air, with promotional CEO, Dana White explaining how every time the Chechnya finisher gets close to fighting, he’s struck with injury or illness.

“I saw this kid (Khamzat Chimaev)on ‘Fight Island’, he wanted to fight the next weekend,” Dana White said. “I let him fight the next weekend. He looked incredible. He’s been on this tear and lately, it’s been hard to get him into the Octagon.”

“Every time he gets close to fighting, he get’s really sick,” White continued. “I don’t know [how long it’s going to be before he fights again]. I don’t know what to say. It’s not like he’s over here in this country [United States], and we’ve had doctors here look at him or anything like that. He’s sort of out of touch, so it’s tough to deal with.”

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Robert Whittaker stops Ikram Aliskerov with stunning first round KO finish – UFC Saudi Arabia Highlights

Former undisputed middleweight champion, Robert Whittaker continues to hold the torch atop the division tonight following the culimination of…

Former undisputed middleweight champion, Robert Whittaker continues to hold the torch atop the division tonight following the culimination of UFC Saudi Arabia — making incredibly short work of short-notice replacement, Ikram Aliskerov, handing the Russian his first loss in seven fights.

Whittaker, a former interim and undisputed middleweight titleholder, was initially slated to headline tonight’s card against the unbeaten, Khamzat Chimaev — before a “violent” illness forced the Chechen finisher from the main event clash.

Featuring most recently at UFC 298 back in February, Auckland-born fan-favorite, Robert Whittaker took out former title challenger, Paulo Costa with a unanimous decision win — rebounding to the winner’s enclosure after a knockout loss to current champion, Dricus du Plessis.

And lodging his second straight victory tonight in the promotion’s first trip to Riyadh, former champion, Whittaker turns in his first stoppage triumph since 2017 — where he then defeated Ronaldo Souza with a high-kick and strikes stoppage.

Turning back the highly-touted uber-prospect tonight in the Middle East, Whittaker spelled danger for Dana White’s Contender Series alum, Aliskerov early on the feet, wobbling him with a straight shot in close.

And further dropping the Dagestani at the fence, Whittaker miscued a patented high-kick attempt — before chasing down the two-fight promotional star with a beautifully-placed uppercut shot, sending him back to the canvas and landing a first round knockout victory.

Below, catch the highlights from Robert Whittaker’s quickfire win at UFC Saudi Arabia

Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov drops Antonio Trocoli with savage knockout win – UFC Saudi Arabia Highlights

Surging Russian prospect, Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov has turned in his second victory on the trot since his move to…

Surging Russian prospect, Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov has turned in his second victory on the trot since his move to the Octagon — finishing short-notice replacement, Antonio Trocoli in their main card clash at UFC Saudi Arabia in his return in Riyadh.

Magomedov, a revered striker at the middleweight limit, made his debut in the Octagon back in October of last year at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi, landing a decision win in a scrutinized outing against Brazilian contender, Bruno Silva.

And remaining on tonight’s UFC Saudi Arabia card in the Middle East, Magomedov took on short-notice foe, Troloci at the middleweight limit, seeing bouts with both Ihor Portieria and Joilton Lutterbach fall to the wayside.

Showing off his highly-touted striking on the feet throughout his three round bout with Trocoli, Magomedov eventually forced the issue in the final frame, landing a brutal barrage at the fence before felling the Brazilian and scoring a TKO victory in his sophomore outing in the promotion.

Below, catch the highlights from Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov’s win at UFC Saudi Arabia

Johnny Walker folded with brutal first round KO by Volkan Oezdemir – UFC Saudi Arabia Highlights

Brazilian light heavyweight contender, Johnny Walker has succumbed to strikes for the second time in as many fights tonight…

Brazilian light heavyweight contender, Johnny Walker has succumbed to strikes for the second time in as many fights tonight in the main card opener of UFC Saudi Arabia — dropping a first round KO defeat to former title challenger, Volkan Oezdemir in Riyadh.

Walker, the current number seven ranked light heavyweight challenger, has been sidelined since he headlined UFC Vegas 84 back in January, dropping a second round knockout loss to former title chaser, Magomed Ankalaev in the pair’s immediate rematch.

And dropping a stunning knockout loss to Switzerland striker, Oezdemir tonight in Saudi Arabia, perennial contender, Walker managed to survive an initial barrage against the Fribourg native — before he was then dropped for a second time at the fence, and then rendered unconscious with a slew of strikes at the fence.

Below, catch the highlights from Volkan Oezdemir’s win over Johnny Walker at UFC Saudi Arabia

VOLKAN OEZDEMIR JUST SLEPT JOHNNY WALKER! WOW!!!#UFC #MMA #UFCSaudiArabia pic.twitter.com/ZLT5ZZlkv3

— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) June 22, 2024

Video – UFC Saudi Arabia fighter Shara Magomedov breaks friend’s phone with a kick

Undefeated standout Shara Magomedov just added another knockout to his resume. In a video clip shared by @DovySimuMMA on…

Undefeated standout Shara Magomedov just added another knockout to his resume.

In a video clip shared by @DovySimuMMA on X, ‘Bullet’ was showing off some of his kicks as his friend filmed the spontaneous striking display on his iPhone. Unfortunately, Magomedov got a tad too close and ended up KO’ing his buddy’s mobile device.

Fortunately, Magomedov should have the coin to cover the cost of a new phone with him having a big fight this Saturday night in Saudi Arabia.

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Shara Magomedov goes for 13-0 at UFC Saudi Arabia

Emanating from Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Magomedov will look to make it 13 straight when he squares off with Brazilian newcomer Joilton Lutterbach.

‘Peregrino’ brings with him a slew of experience, boasting a 38-10 with an incredible 14 wins by way of knockout and another 13 via submission. He has competed in some of the biggest combat sports promotions around the globe, including GLORY Kickboxing, BRAVE CF, PFL, Cage Warriors, and Shooto Brasil.

Lutterbach was also featured on the third season of The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil.