Russian mixed style (MMA) fighter Islam Makhachev expressed his support for Palestine after defeating Australian Alex Volkanovski at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi (UAE). This was reported by Sports24.
Despite advice to fans not to bring flags into the stands and the ban on displaying flags during the event, a member of the audience gave Makhachev a Palestinian flag. The Russians accepted the flag as they left the octagon.
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 Makhachev said about your attitude towards money.