Islam Makhachev quickly defeated Renato Moicano with a D’Arce choke in the UFC 311 main event, reinforcing his status as the top lightweight and pound-for-pound fighter, while other fighters like Ilia Topuria expressed interest in challenging him.
Islam Makhachev continues to be unstoppable, earning admiration from his peers. The reigning UFC lightweight champ swiftly dispatched Renato Moicano at UFC 311. Less than a round was all it took for Makhachev to secure a D’Arce choke submission, forcing Moicano to tap out. A stark reminder that Makhachev isn’t just the king of the 155-pound division; he’s arguably the best pound-for-pound fighter globally.
Moicano deserves credit for his early success standing up. But once Makhachev took it to the ground? Game over. He sliced through Moicano’s defenses like a hot knife through butter, ending the fight with precision.
This victory leaves fans wondering: Who can challenge Makhachev? One fighter, in particular, has thrown down the gauntlet. “Islam, if I want to, I can finish you,” UFC featherweight champ Ilia Topuria declared. Bold words, indeed!
Topuria didn’t stop there. “I can knock you out,” he continued. “I’ll make it look easy. See you soon.” The anticipation is palpable.
Meanwhile, social media buzzes with reactions from the MMA community. Henry Cejudo suggests Makhachev should move up to welterweight and aim for double champ status. Ambitious much?
Demetrious Johnson chimed in, sharing his own experience: “I got hit with it twice in one round!” Terrance McKinney simply marveled at Makhachev’s technique: “Damn Islam short arm darce is nasty sheesh.”
Billy Quarantillo praised both fighters: “Interesting fight on the feet, but once Islam got the takedown it was all over. Tough style to beat credit to Renato for stepping up.” It’s clear that Makhachev’s dominance is a hot topic among fighters and fans alike.
The conversation continues as everyone waits to see who will step up next against Makhachev. Will it be Topuria? Or someone else entirely? Time will tell.