2 years before UFC 294, Dana White, the UFC President, was deeply impressed by Islam Makhachev, the current UFC lightweight champion known for his exceptional grappling and striking skills. Let’s delve into what specifically captivated Dana White about the Dagestani fighter, Islam Makhachev.
UFC 294: Dana White was once amazed by Islam Makhachev
During the UFC 259 post-fight conference when Islam won his fight against Drew Dober, Dana White commented on Makhachev‘s physique, expressing amazement at the extraordinary muscle definition.
He mentioned muscles protruding from Makhachev’s neck and shoulders in a way he had never witnessed before, stating he wasn’t even aware such muscle formations existed. Dana said “There was muscles popping out of like the back of Makhachev’s f—ing neck and shoulders that I’ve never seen before. I didn’t even know existed”
Islam Makhachev undeniably boasts the best physique in the UFC. His ripped physique is so impressive that Dana White could clearly see his back muscles, a rarity due to low body fat percentage.
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Makhachev’s combination of grappling and striking skills in the UFC earned him the Lightweight title. With a professional record of 24 wins and 1 loss, all of his victories have been within the UFC, showcasing his dominance inside the Octagon.
However, Get ready for an exciting matchup as Islam Makhachev gears up to battle Charles Oliveira in UFC 294. Don’t miss the UFC Lightweight Title fight, happening live from the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 21, 2023.
Dana White is impressed by Makhachev’s physique and his dominance in the octagon. Makhachev has a promising future in the UFC, and he is gearing up for a rematch against Charles, where he aims to defend his title.
