The Dagestani phenom is on a nine-fight win streak in the UFC lightweight division. Makhachev was initially set to take on Beneil Dariush in the main event of UFC Vegas 49 this weekend, in what many viewed as a title eliminator bout. However, Dariush withdrew due to an injury and was replaced by Green.
During a recent interview with Submission Radio, Mendez affirmed that Makhachev should get a title shot with a win this weekend, even though the bout will take place at a catchweight of 160 lbs. The AKA head coach said:
Mendez added that Makhachev is the only top lightweight who hasn’t fought for the title yet, saying:
Watch Javier Mendez’s interview on Submission Radio below:
Chael Sonnen believes Islam Makhachev vs. Bobby Green will be closer than expected
Heading into UFC Vegas 49, Islam Makhachev is a sizeable betting favorite. Clearly, most are of the opinion that the Russian’s superior grappling will overwhelm and ultimately prove to be too much for Bobby Green. However, Chael Sonnen doesn’t believe that the fight will be all that one-sided.
In a video posted to his YouTube channel, the former UFC title challenger stated that Green had solid takedown defense and will be prepared for Makhachev’s gameplan. Sonnen acknowledged that the Dagestani fighter is the favorite but added that several areas of the fight would be more competitive than expected.
In a video posted to his YouTube channel, ‘The American Gangster’ said:
Watch Chael Sonnen break down the Makhachev vs. Green fight below:
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