During an episode of The DC&RC Show, Cormier explained why fighting at 160 pounds instead of the usual 155-pound lightweight limit is favorable for the Dagestani. The former two-division UFC champion said:
Watch Cormier’s comments on Makhachev vs. Green:
To begin with, Makhachev is already perceived as the overwhelming favorite against Green. The No.4-ranked UFC lightweight was supposed to fight fellow contender Beneil Dariush, who was forced to pull out of the fight due to an injury.
Shortly after Dariush’s withdrawal, it was announced that Bobby Green had agreed to step in as a late-notice replacement. Green has less than two weeks to prepare, having recently fought Nasrat Haqparast at UFC 271 on February 12.
Daniel Cormier reveals Khabib Nurmagomedov’s reaction to Islam Makhachev fighting at 160 pounds
Daniel Cormier revealed how Khabib Nurmagomedov reacted to the news that Islam Makhachev will be fighting at 160 pounds. According to ‘DC,’ Nurmagomedov is excited to see how his friend and longtime training partner will perform with five less pounds to shed. Cormier shared:
Saturday’s event will mark the second time in a row that Makhachev will face a late-notice replacement. His most recent victory came against Dan Hooker, who also stepped in for an injured Rafael dos Anjos at UFC 267.
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