‘They Delivered’: Javier Mendez Confident in Islam Makhachev …
1 day ago · Javier Mendez is optimistic about Islam Makhachev and Umar Nurmagomedov making history with both competing for UFC gold on the same card at UFC 311. With the event just days away, Mendez invoked the late Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov’s vision for Dagestani dominance in MMA, fondly referred to as the “ father’s plan” while sharing some BTS ...
Khabib Nurmagomedov 'got a little crazy' in Islam Makhachev's …
1 day ago · Ahead of Islam Makhachev's title defense at UFC 311, legendary coach Javier Mendez has explained what Khabib Nurmagomedov's role will be.
Javier Mendez explains why Islam Makhachev is No. 1 pound …
5 days ago · That why, that reason alone, I put Islam at No. 1.” For Mendez, it’s also not only the activity level. Yes, Jones has only fought twice since 2021, while Makhachev has fought eight times. It’s also the level of competition. “Islam’s fights have …
UFC 311: Javier Mendez unsurprised to see Arman Tsarukyan rematch Islam ...
Jan 2, 2025 · Arman Tsarukyan has worked his way back to a rematch with Islam Makhachev, and this time it’s for the UFC lightweight title. Javier Mendez is not surprised one bit.. Mendez, leading coach at American Kickboxing Academy and Eagles MMA, had a feeling his student Makhachev would cross paths once again with Tsarukyan after the conclusion of their first bout in Saint Petersburg, Russia, back in 2019.
Renowned MMA coach Javier Mendez explains why Islam Makhachev …
4 days ago · Javier Mendez on Pound-For-Pound Debate Involving Islam Makhachev and Jon Jones. During a recent appearance on Hablemos MMA, Javier Mendez shared his take on why Islam Makhachev has the rightful number one spot on the official UFC pound-for-pound rankings (via MMAJunkie). “This is what I always say: How many fights does Jon …
"They have a lot to say" - Javier Mendez makes opinion clear on Islam …
Dec 26, 2024 · Islam Makhachev's potential move to welterweight is on hold for the time being, according to his longtime coach Javier Mendez. The Dagestani has shared interest in moving to 170 pounds in...
Javier Mendez thinks Islam Makhachev can win UFC …
Dec 26, 2024 · American Kickboxing Academy head coach Javier Mendez has full confidence in Islam Makhachev’s ability to capture gold at 185 pounds. Makhachev is the reigning UFC lightweight champion. He rules a division where the athletes are 30 …
Javier Mendez answers if he sees Islam Makhachev vs
Dec 24, 2024 · Coach Javier Mendez recently discussed how he and Khabib Nurmagomedov plan to prepare Islam Makhachev for his upcoming fight. Makhachev is set to attempt his fourth lightweight title defense...
Javier Mendez: Islam Makhachev ‘that good’ to make …
Aug 9, 2024 · Javier Mendez backs Islam Makhachev moving up to middleweight. UFC lightweight champion Makhachev (26-1 MMA, 15-1 UFC) dreams of dual-champion status, but his plans of moving up to...
Javier Mendez Believes Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Legacy Tops Islam …
9 hours ago · Islam Makhachev is on the verge of becoming the most decorated lightweight champion in living memory with his fourth title defense at UFC 311. Umar Nurmagomedov, challenging for his first bantamweight title, remains undefeated after 18 pro fights and continues with the express aim of defeating Khabib’s 29-0 record.