Alexander Volkanovski posted a video of Islam Makhachev agreeing to a rematch immediately after UFC 284.
There’s little question that the UFC light-weight championship bout between Volkanovski and Makhachev was shut. Some individuals even consider that ‘The Nice’ ought to have received. Consequently, there was a dialogue about an on the spot rematch.
The reigning featherweight champion launched backstage footage after UFC 284, the place he and Makhachev had this dialog:
“Ought to we do it once more? – Volkanovski”
“In fact – Makhachev”
“Possibly Abu Dhabi. You deserve one in Abu Dhabi. My flip to get booed – Volkanovski”
Moments later, Volkanovski reiterated his request with extra individuals round:
“Make [the] rematch occur? – Volkanovski”
“Sure, why not? – Makhachev”
“This time Abu Dhabi – Makhachev’s supervisor”
“Sure, that’s truthful – Volkanovski”
Since their humble dialog proven above, the UFC 284 foremost occasion has continued to realize controversy. Volkanovski and his crew have accused Makhachev of illegally utilizing an IV to rehydrate after a brutal weight lower.
The IV accusations have led to confusion concerning what’s banned and what’s not banned by USADA. It’s unclear whether or not Makhachev will likely be acquitted or suspended. Nonetheless, an on the spot rematch between the UFC champions is feasible.
Watch Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev focus on a doable rematch beneath:
Islam Makhachev is open to preventing Alexander Volkanovski once more or one other light-weight contender
Alexander Volkanovski gave Islam Makhachev his hardest check up to now. Since there isn’t a clear-cut number-one light-weight contender, Volkanovski might discover himself able to safe an on the spot rematch. Purple Nook MMA translated this quote from Makhachev concerning the potential for preventing ‘The Nice’ subsequent:
“I am not going to attend for anyone or name anyone out. I will be prepared as quickly because the UFC provides me an opponent. Irrespective of if it is the rematch or one other light-weight contender.”
Though an on the spot rematch would make sense, Volkanovski may return to his major division. Within the UFC 284 co-main occasion, Yair Rodriguez submitted Josh Emmett to safe the interim featherweight championship. There haven’t been many occasions that somebody has defended an interim title, so Rodriguez and ‘The Nice’ will probably combat for the undisputed throne subsequent.
In the meantime, Makhachev has fought in two championship fights over the past 4 months. With Ramadan beginning in March, the light-weight champion is planning to relaxation till the tip of April. Whereas he’s recovering, Beneil Dariush and Charles Oliveira are anticipated to compete for the primary contender spot in Might. The Russian may find yourself ready to combat the winner between Oliveira and Dariush as a substitute of Alexander Volkanovski.