The Dagestani standout was set to take on Beneil Dariush at UFC Vegas 49 in what many analysts viewed as a potential title eliminator. However, the No.3-ranked lightweight contender was forced to pull out due to an injury and was replaced by Green. ‘King’ is coming off an impressive win against Nasrat Haqparast at UFC 271.
During a recent episode of the DC & RC show, Islam Makhachev told his AKA colleague Cormier that he wasn’t bothered by Bobby Green’s wrestling background, saying:
Makhachev stated that he believes in his abilities and hopes to finish the fight in the first round. He said:
Watch Makhachev’s appearance on the DC & RC show:
Khabib Nurmgomedov believes Islam Makhachev won’t underestimate Bobby Green
Islam Makhachev is riding a nine-fight win streak following his win over Dan Hooker at UFC 267. The Dagestani phenom is a sizeable betting favorite heading into his clash with Bobby Green. Several analysts feel that this won’t be a straightforward outing for the 21-1 fighter.
While previewing the upcoming clash, Khabib Nurmagomedov acknowledged Green’s takedown defense and stated that Makhachev won’t underestimate him. ‘The Eagle’ said:
Watch Nurmagomedov’s take on the main event of UFC Vegas 49:
Even though their upcoming clash will take place at a catchweight of 160 lbs, a victory could give Makhachev a crack at the lightweight title due to his winning run. Meanwhile, snapping the Dagestani fighter’s streak would arguably be one of the biggest accomplishments of Green’s career.
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