‘I Don’t Understand What Else I Should Do To Get The #1 Spot’

Reigning UFC light-weight champion, Islam Makhachev questions why he’s not the No.1 ranked pound-for-pound fighter following a current replace.

Final Saturday Makhachev rematched late alternative Alexander Volkanovski, in what was a rematch of their extremely aggressive combat in February of this yr and a combat between the No.2 and three pound-for-pound ranked fighters. This time nevertheless, Makhachev left little doubt – touchdown a head kick which despatched Volkanovski crashing to the ground.

Makhachev adopted up with devastating floor and pound which pressured the referee to name and finish to the motion. It’s unclear who or when Makhachev will subsequent combat, however the Dangestani man’s inventory has by no means been increased.

Islam Makhachev reacts to newest rankings replace

Following his comeback victory over Ciryl Gane to seize the UFC heavyweight title, Jon Jones could be honoured with the No.1 pound-for-pound spot. However with two wins over Volkanovski and his unbelievable win streak he has amassed, Makhachev does additionally maintain a robust declare.

The brand new rankings had been simply launched after final weekend’s UFC 294 and nonetheless Jones held the No.1 spot. Makhachev would react and questioned why he was not upped following his current efficiency.

“I’ve already mentioned on the press convention… who makes these rankings, what do they do it for? I’ve no clue,” Makhachev advised Ushatayka. “I beat the pound-for-pound king earlier than, they didn’t put me as No. 1. So now I’m not stunned they did it this fashion once more. Perhaps that’s as a result of he (Jones) is preventing quickly in order that they wish to promote his combat. (transcription h/t Red Corner MMA)

 “I don’t perceive what else I ought to do to get the No. 1 spot,” Makhachev continued. “Aside from beat the one who was No. 1.”

Do you assume Islam Makhachev must be ranked No.1 pound-for-pound?