In a shocking turn of events, Islam Makhachev sent shockwaves through the MMA community by delivering a knockout blow to Alexander Volkanovski during UFC 294. This high-stakes encounter unfolded on short notice, prompted by Charles Oliveira’s unfortunate withdrawal from the event due to an eye injury. The rematch between Volkanovski and Makhachev held immense significance as it marked Volkanovski’s second endeavor in pursuit of a championship title in a different weight class.
Makhachev’s remarkable victory instantly caught the attention of two notable figures in the UFC’s welterweight division, Colby Covington and Leon Edwards. Recognizing the achievement, Makhachev wasted no time in putting them on alert, demanding Dana White, the President of the UFC, to grant him a double champion opportunity. This bold move by Makhachev garnered wide-ranging reactions from fans, with many applauding his ambition, commenting that he is crafting a legacy even greater than that of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
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