‘Islam Makhachev is ready’- Khabib Nurmagomedov shares pictures of their training sessions as they await Beneil Dariush clash


‘Islam Makhachev is ready’- Khabib Nurmagomedov shares pictures of their training sessions as they await Beneil Dariush clash

Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov

The fight between Islam Makhachev and Beneil Dariush is going to be a very influential bout as it can decide the future lightweight contender. The fight is all set to take place at UFC Fight Night on February 26.

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Both the fighters have an impressive record and they are shooting for a title shot. Makhachev is on a splendid nine-fight win streak and has proven his skills against fighters like Drew Dober, Thiago Moises, and Dan Hooker. Currently, the fighter is #4 in the UFC lightweight rankings and a win against Dariush will definitely give him a title shot against Charles Olivera.

On the other hand, Dariush has successfully defeated seven opponents in a row and has no intentions to stop now. The American has stopped great opponents like Thiago Moises, Carlos Diego Ferreira, and Tony Ferguson. The hype around the fight is impressive as both the fighters have dominated everyone in the division and will be going all out for the title.

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Khabib Nurmagomedov is doing everything to make sure Islam Makhachev gets the win against Beneil Dariush

Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev
Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev

The former lightweight champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov is Islam’s long-time training partner and brother, ever since he retired from MMA, he is doing everything in his power to make sure that the belt comes back to Dagestan. Both Khabib and Islam trained under the mentorship of great Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, and ever since he passed away, Khabib took on the role of Islam’s mentor, and he’s been the instrumental part of his corner.

They are working very hard for this next fight Beneil, and Khabib recently posted a photo of Islam training, he wrote, “It was good sparring day, and I am very glad to see how Islam is ready. 26 days before the fight. Everything on point.”

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