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“If Makhachev beats Oliveira and the new blood, he could become the greatest lightweight in history” – Nurmagomedov
Former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov believes that Russian Islam Makhachev can become the greatest fighter in UFC history if he defeats Brazilian Charles Oliveira and a representative of the “new blood”.
– Definitely, it is possible that Makhachev will become the best UFC fighter. You know, right now for Islam it’s a battle for heritage. I really want him to fight against Charles Oliveira. I was supposed to have a fight against Tony Ferguson. Okay, that didn’t happen. Now Islam can hold a duel against Charles. Let these guys fight.
If Islam defeats Charles, and then new blood, for example, someone from the younger generation, then he could become the greatest lightweight in history. He has such potential. He is only 30 years old, but the UFC should give him a chance, TMZ Sports quotes Nurmagomedov.
Oliveira has 33 wins with eight losses, Makhachev has 22 wins and one loss.
Source: Sportbox
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