UFC President Dana White now considers Islam Makhachev to be the best fighter in the world after UFC 311. The lightweight champion obviously reacted.
It seems that « les clowns » had the last word on Dana White. UFC 311 (all results here) was not only an adrenaline-filled start to the year, but also a moment of truth for the UFC boss himself. During the main event opposing Islam Makhachev, champion of the lightweight division, to Renato Moicano, valiant replacement that evening, the Dagestani asserted his status. He entered the Octagon and submitted the Brazilian in the span of a single round.
A victory that led to another, as White finally abandoned one of the steadfast beliefs he had held for so long. Although it has long been ranked as the official number one pound-for-poundMakhachev has now achieved this distinction also in White’s mind.
“He’s already number one pound-for-pound. Yes yes. I grant it. Is everyone happy now? » White admitted during the UFC 311 post-fight press conference.
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What about the eternal debate over Jon Jones’ supremacy? This is now a thing of the past. With this statement, lightweight king Islam Makhachev also expressed his satisfaction at finally receiving the praise he deserved. “Honestly, I am very happy because now no one can say anything”. He also said on X: “Dana White, now you understand the meaning of pound for pound.”
However, for Islam Makhachev, nothing changes. His priority remains, as always, to prove that he is the best. Today, it is clear that he is aiming for the 77 kg title, currently held by Belal Muhammad, and which will most certainly be contested against Shavkat Rakhmonov. A complex situation for Makhachev, who knows both fighters well. However, he recently admitted that he would discuss it with them to consider a potential fight. One thing is certain: in or out of the cage, Islam Makhachev never runs away from challenges.
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