Russian mixed style (MMA) fighter Islam Makhachev talked about his life purpose after defeating Australian Alex Volkanovski at the UFC 294 tournament in Abu Dhabi (UAE). His words guide the way Sports24.
“I had a dream that. My father and mother, who worked all their lives from 6 in the morning until late at night, my father as a driver, my mother in a cafe, so that my brother and I would not need anything. I want to change this in my life – so that they do not need this, so that they can at least rest during the time they work for us.
I overcame this obstacle, thank God. I don’t have a goal anymore. Thank God Almighty, I don’t need anything. There is a house, a car, a family. The most important thing is that happiness does not come from money. Not all rich people are happy, that’s 100%,” said the athlete.
On October 21, Makhachev scored an early victory against Australia. The Russian player defeated his opponent by knockout in the first round and defended his title for the second time. He now has 25 wins and one defeat.
On February 12, 2023, Makhachev defeated Alex Volkanovski by unanimous decision after five rounds at the UFC-284 tournament in Perth (Australia). For the Russians, this was their first title defense.
At the tournament in Abu Dhabi, Makhachev was initially supposed to fight Brazilian Charles Oliveira, but due to injury he could not participate.
Previously was named The reason for Volkanovski’s quick knockout.