Islam Makhachev solidified his position as the No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter by dominating late replacement Renato Moicano in a first-round submission victory at UFC 311. The lightweight champion defended his title with ease, showcasing his unflappable discipline and abundant skill.
Makhachev’s performance tied him with Kamaru Usman for the second-longest streak in UFC history, one behind Anderson Silva. He also beat other all-time greats, including Coach Khabib and BJ Penn, with his fifth lightweight title fight win.
The question on everyone’s mind is: can anyone beat Makhachev? While he has abundant skill, it’s his will to be Islam Makhachev that truly fuels him. His focus and discipline have made him nearly unbeatable in the octagon.
In other notable fights, Merab Dvalishvili edged a decision win against Umar Numagomedov to retain his bantamweight title, while Jiří Procházka scored a third-round knockout victory over Jamahal Hill. Procházka has proven himself to be a star, possessing a unique fighting style and drawing fans in with his epic staredowns and samurai-influenced lifestyle.
The future for the champions is uncertain, but one thing is clear: they will continue to be relevant in the division. Makhachev’s next move is unclear, but he has already set sights on new challenges. With a fight against Khalil Rountree potentially on the horizon, Procházka may have his chance at becoming a world champion again.
The bantamweight division also remains exciting, with Dvalishvili and Nurmagomedov on the rise. Their rivalry is heating up, and fans can look forward to another thrilling matchup in the near future.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/43474601/ufc-311-takeaways-makhachev-dvalishvili-kings-their-division-prochazka-star