Islam Makhachev: UFC 289: The UFC’s lightweight division is one of the most stacked divisions in all of mixed martial arts, and it looks like there could be a new title contender on the horizon. Charles Oliveira’s stunning first-round knockout victory over Beneil Dariush at UFC 289 has put him in the conversation for a shot at the lightweight title currently held by Islam Makhachev. Follow UFC News Updates with InsideSports.IN
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Islam Makhachev vs Charles Oliveira
However, Makhachev, who defeated Oliveira in a title fight at UFC 280, doesn’t seem too impressed with Oliveira’s recent win. In a tweet following Oliveira’s victory, Makhachev congratulated Oliveira but also made it clear that he still sees himself as the top fighter in the division.
“Congrats Charles. But still there’s level in the game,” Makhachev tweeted.
It’s clear that Makhachev is not taking Oliveira lightly, but he also knows that he is the reigning champion for a reason. Makhachev has been dominant in his UFC career so far, with a record of 23-1.
But Oliveira is no slouch either. He has been on a tear in the lightweight division,His victory over Dariush at UFC 289 was particularly impressive, as Dariush was on a eight-fight winning streak heading into the bout.
The potential matchup between Makhachev and Oliveira is sure to be an exciting one, as both fighters have shown that they are capable of finishing fights in a variety of ways. Makhachev’s grappling and wrestling skills are some of the best in the division, while Oliveira’s striking and submission game are also top-notch.
The fight is expected to take place at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on October 21, 2023. Both fighters will have plenty of time to prepare for the bout, and it’s sure to be one of the most highly anticipated fights of the year. Follow InsideSport on GOOGLE NEWS / For UFC News updates with InsideSport.IN
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