Makhachev promised to return to Russia as the world's strongest fighter
The momentous battle is getting closer.
On the night of February 12 in Perth, Australia, lightweight champion Islam Makhachev will defend his belt in a bout against Alex Volkanovski.
The Australian fighter is currently pound-for-pound, topping the rankings of the best fighters in the world regardless of weight classes.
But the Russian is not confused by this factor. Moreover, not so long ago having been in the top three of this rating, Islam himself would not mind to stand on its top.
"It'll all be over soon. There's a fight ahead. Soon a new pound-for-pound will come to Russia", - stated the sportsman.