Makhachev defeated Volkanovsky by unanimous decision and reached the top of the ranking of the best UFC fighters

It seems that this is not an easy victory for Islam, but a clear victory! But there were also those who had an opinion about the victory of Alex Volkanovski after the main event of UFC 284.

The previous day, Russian Islam Makhachev passed the hardest test of his career. In a 25-minute intense recording in Perth, Australia, the UFC lightweight champion defeated the Australian Alexander Volkanovski by unanimous decision (48:47 on the judges’ cards, 48:47, 49:46). Despite the scandalous decisions in the fights of Petr Yan and Magomed Ankalaev, this time the referees took the side of the domestic athlete.

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Operational report on the fight between Dagestanian and Volkanovski, who is currently the UFC featherweight champion:

Before we move on to the mixed reaction of the MMA community to the super fight of the two champions, let’s pay attention to the hilarious clash of the opponents on social networks a few hours after the octagon showdown.

Alex Volkanovski immediately begins to spread the idea of ​​unification…

…and got a funny punch from Islam Makhachev:

Immediately after the war, Mahachev began to receive congratulations from his compatriots. Undefeated Bellator World Champion Osman Nurmagomedov He called Islam the best fighter in the world and advised his friend to consider going for a second middleweight title:

Magomed Ismailov (Under the pseudonym “Bald Predator” – this is important!) With his characteristic humor exploded on social networks:

“That strange moment. The first P4P number has a name and its name is Islam. Being small and bald tends to be very uncomfortable, but you’ve done your job. Congratulations brother“.

Of course, kind words for a friend were also found. Habiba Nurmagomedova:

But not everyone praised the Russian athlete after the Australian event. Those who were dissatisfied with the result seemed to have forgotten the good old rule: If you want to claim the champion’s belt, you must either win ahead of schedule or consolidate the points. Isn’t that the explanation the experts were looking for for Ian’s “robbery” in April 2022 to take revenge on Aljamain Sterling?

One way or another, former UFC champion in two weight categories, member of the promotional Hall of Fame daniel kormierKnown for his warm relations with Khabib and Islam in the AKA lounge, he unexpectedly spoke of the referees’ poor work:

“Bad judgment from the judges. 3-2 – Volkanovski lost nothing today. He fought better than anyone in his place. He’s the best fighter in any weight category. By the way, the fight went well.”

Approximately the same position is held by a well-known commentator. Joe Rogan. Which on the podcast didn’t criticize the reviewers:

Senior MMA, now specialist Chael Sonnen He also praised Kurt on his YouTube channel, but not Islam:

“What I envy for the lack of courage of the judges who gave the victory to Makhachev to do the customary in the UFC – to give the victory to a local man. This local famine was the only one interested today. He fought for victory for the good of the crowd. So we would have understood if we gave him the victory. “

He spoke harshly about Mahachev’s victory and marlon veratop tint weight:

Well, where without the classic hat? Nate DiazWhatever the outcome of the battle, it will definitely go through Khabib and his team members:

“Makhachev kicked his ass.”

“What a fifth round! The highest level that brought down Islam, and the right hand was perfectly timed. I think Makhachev won, but what a fight!”

“I would love to see that fight again.”

“It doesn’t matter who wins. The referees’ decision is the referees’ decision. It’s much more important as fans that we have the honor to watch one of the most technical performances in history. mixed martial arts.”.

“An incredible fight by both men.”

“Congratulations champ.”