UFC 267: Islam Makhachev finishes Dan Hooker in the very first round
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Islam Makhachev at UFC 267
The main card of UFC 267 hosts an exciting lightweight matchup of Islam Makhachev vs Dan Hooker.
UFC 267 takes place in Abu Dhabi. The event is headlined by the spectacular light heavyweight title fight between Jan Blachowicz and Glover Teixeira. As far as this fight is concerned, Islam Makhachev will be looking to put on a show and secure a title contender spot for the lightweight belt. The Dagestani is coming off a win against Thiago Moises in his first-ever as a headliner. He has a record of 20-1-0 in his professional MMA career.
Meanwhile, his opponent, Dan Hooker is looking to blow people’s minds as he accepts this fight on short notice. The Kiwi is coming off a win against Nasrat Haqparast at UFC 266 a month ago. To fight someone of the caliber as Islam without a proper training camp is something to be commended. Continue reading to see how this fight at UFC 267 played out.
Islam Makhachev submits Dan Hooker at UFC 267
Round 1: Both the fighters took the center and Hooker looked to strike first. A takedown for Makhachev in the first minute. Hooker looked to work the body and throw short punches. Islam on top of Hooker gave very little space to breathe. A punch from Islam to the face of Hooker. Islam was tight with a lock and isolated Dan’s arm. Hooker was left helpless and was forced to tap out. Islam looked leagues above Dan Hooker in this fight. Kudos to Dan for taking the fight but he was never going to be a match for Islam Makhachev. Islam picks up Hasbulla to celebrate.
Results: Islam Makhachev def. Dan Hooker via submission (kimura) – Round 1, 2:25
Also read: UFC 267 Live: Jan Blachowicz vs Glover Teixeira play by play and live results
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