Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Champion Jon Jones reacted on social networks to the statements of the Russian promotion’s lightweight champion Islam Makhachev.
“I wish you the best, Habibi. May the best man win. I wished him success in his life. Islam spoke negatively about me, but there is no point in responding with negativity. I have many concerns of my own.
As for criticism, that’s part of the job. “The head on which the crown is placed is heavy.” I’d rather young fighters break my records first than use their lips. That would be like a gangster,” the American wrote.
October 17 Makhachev during the Makhachev conference commentedThat Jones is unfairly ranked high in the rankings of the best UFC fighters, regardless of weight category.
On February 12, Makhachev defeated Australian Alex Volkanovski by unanimous decision after five rounds at the UFC-284 tournament in Perth. For the Russian, this victory was the 24th victory with a single loss in his professional career. This was Makhachev’s first title defence. In total, he had 25 fights in his career, winning 24 and suffering only one defeat.
On October 21, the UFC 294 tournament will take place in Abu Dhabi (UAE), where Islam Makhachev will defend his title in the fight against Charles Oliveira. However, the Brazilian player was injured in training and will be replaced by Volkanovski.
Previously McGregor insult Makhachev for his criticism of UFC ratings.