Magomed Zaynukov marked his entry into the Ultimate Fighting Championship with a unanimous decision victory over Damian Rzepecki at UFC Abu Dhabi.
The lightweight prospect said the win gave him an ideal start to his UFC career.
"I'm ready to fight anybody," Zaynukov stated after the bout. He added that he now feels prepared to take on any opponent in the division.
The fight took place on the main card in Abu Dhabi, where Zaynukov broke down his performance following the result.
Riportato dall'IA Immagine generata dall'IA
Rafael Fiziev knocked out Manuel Torres with a spinning wheel kick in the main event. Three other fighters also earned Performance of the Night awards for their finishes at UFC Baku, also known as UFC Fight Night 280.
Magomed Zaynukov, known as Wild Chanco, is booked to make his UFC debut in Abu Dhabi. The matchup marks his entry into the promotion after building anticipation in mixed martial arts circles.
Riportato dall'IA
Magomed Ankalaev defeated Bogdan Guskov by TKO at UFC Abu Dhabi. The light heavyweight bout headlined the event, also known as UFC Fight Night 281.
Michel Pereira is no longer part of the Ultimate Fighting Championship roster. The fighter was released following a decision loss to Sharabutdin Magomedov at UFC Baku. Pereira had competed in the Octagon for six years.
Riportato dall'IA
Zubaira Tukhugov believes former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov will not return to any form of combat sports competition, including grappling.
Robert Whittaker secured a TKO victory over Nikita Krylov at UFC 329. The win marked his return to form in the light heavyweight division.
Riportato dall'IA
Jon Jones has shared his prediction for the upcoming UFC welterweight title fight between Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry.