Islam vs Volkanovski 2 Fight Report: The ‘Headshot Dead’ finishes aren’t ending in UFC. From Leon Edwards knocking out Kumaru Usman and Justin Gaetje sleeping Dustin Poirier, Islam Makhachev has knocked Alexander Volkanowse out cold with a vicious southpaw head kick followed by a flurry of combinations on the ground in the UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi.
Islam vs Volkanovski 2 Fight Report: What Happened in the Fight?
Islam Makhachev was looking healthier this time than he was in Australia, as he got enough time to rehydrate. When the fight started, Volkanovski seemed hesitant to engage in strikes. But again, as one of the greats is famous for coming back in a later round after having a slow start, it was usual for the fans.
As per the Islam vs Volkanovski 2 Fight Report, But again, Makhachev was looking too good for the featherweight champ. He controlled the pace of the game. He constantly faked takedowns and kicked low to the legs and the body, which led Volkanovski to anticipate a low kick wherever Islam raised his legs. Little did he and the fans know that it was a brilliant setup as Makhachev threw a brutal head kick 3 minutes into the fight, and Volkanovski’s lights were out.
Killed Every False Propaganda
Alexander Volkanovski fans and a bunch of critics had claimed earlier that Volkanovski had won the first fight even though he hadn’t won. Islam had sealed the first match with a clear-cut, unanimous decision. Going to the fight, Islam Makhachev proclaimed that he would end all the doubts. And he did, in the most exciting fashion.
Khamzat is Still Undefeated
As per the Islam vs Volkanovski 2 Fight Report, In the co-main event, Khamzat Chimaev bagged a close decision over Welterweight GOAT Kumaru Usman. Though the first round was completely dominated by the Russian, Kumaru Usman came back brilliantly in the second and third rounds, but it wasn’t enough in front of the judges. Khamzat will now fight Sean Strickland for the UFC middleweight title, as per UFC CEO Dana White.
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