Islam Makhachev has shown why he is considered to be the Habibb of Khabib. At the end of 5 rounds, the Russian boxer won against Alexander Volkanovski by pointing. This result helps Makhachev to the No. 1 position on the UFC Pound For Pound ranking prepared to update next week.
Immediately after the Main Card UFC 284, Makhachev appeared in front of the media with a bruise eye. However, his condition was still good after 5 tense rounds. When asked about a rematch against Volkanovski, Makhachev said: “Why not? I'm always ready to fight him another match.”
In the match against Volkanovski, Makhachev played completely overwhelming in the first 3-4 rounds. The Russian boxer only played in the last half, when he felt he had won and wanted to preserve the results. Volkanovski tried hard but could not turn the flag and had to receive a final defeat.
On the side of Volkanovski, the Australian fighter felt the decision of the failure for him somewhat injustice. The Featherweight Championship claims he played better, especially during the end of the match. However, the final Volkanovski was only given 2/5 in half and had to lose.
Besides accepting the rematch with Volkanovski, Makhachev has quite a lot of future options. In addition to continuing the Lightweight weight competition, the defending champion can jump on the Welterweight to confront more heavier opponents.