“Will face the same fate as my previous opponents” – Shavkat Rakhmonov sends COLD response to Jack Della Maddalena’s courageous call out

Shavkat Rakhmonov answers the callout from Jack Della Maddalena with a chilling message implying a finish.

“Will face the same fate as my previous opponents” – Shavkat Rakhmonov sends COLD response to Jack Della Maddalena’s courageous call out

Shavkat Rakhmonov responds to the callout from Jack Della Maddalena (via Imago)

Shavkat Rakhmonov is one of the best UFC welterweight contenders. His flawless record, combined with his 100% finish rate, has made him enter title contention. He recently responded with icy confidence to Jack Della Maddalena’s bold callout after UFC 299. The Kazakh fighter welcomed the challenge from the Australian prospect. 

Shavkat Rakmonov went on X to share his opinion on Jack Della Maddalena’s callout. Shavkat warned Della Maddalena that he would face a knockout or submission loss like his previous opponents. This is what Rakhmonov said:

I respect your courage and confidence Jack, but you will face the same fate as my previous opponents.
Shavkat Rakhmonov via X
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The chilling message served as a stern reminder of Rakhmonov’s fearsome reputation inside the octagon. Rakhmonov’s response came after Della Maddalena delivered a stunning stoppage of Gilbert Burns at UFC 299. The impressive victory thrust Della Maddalena into the top half of the welterweight division.

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Both these fighters are currently riding impressive winning streaks. Rakhmonov is currently ranked No. 3 in the rankings and is on a six-fight win streak. Jack Della Maddalena is riding an eight-fight win streak in the UFC. A potential clash between Rakhmonov and Della Maddalena could prove a pivotal matchup in the crowded 170-pound division.

Jack Della Maddalena defeats Gilbert Burns and calls out Shavkat Rakhmonov

Jack Della Maddalena added one more name to his winning streak at UFC 299. He made a comeback knockout victory over Gilbert Burns. The Australian fighter rallied in the third round and landed a brutal knee. He followed the knee strike with a barrage of elbows and hammer fists to stop the former title challenger.

Jack Della Maddalena defeats Gilbert Burns
Jack Della Maddalena defeated Gilbert Burns and called out Shavkat Rakhmonov (via Imago/MMA Weekly)

The dramatic finish marked the biggest win of Della Maddalena’s career. The 27-year-old wasted no time issuing a bold callout to one of the division’s most feared contenders. He called out Shavkat Rakhmonov for a potential title eliminator fight. One must remember that JDM talked about facing Rakhmonov before facing Burns. The Aussie fighter has a clear goal in mind no matter how dangerous it could become.

Rakhmonov’s last stoppage win came against Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson. Della Maddalena’s callout to Rakhmonov makes for a great matchup if the UFC decides to move ahead. The clash of JDM’s striking and Shavkat’s all-round game makes for an interesting clash. Only time will tell what happens next in the welterweight division.

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