Coach Mendez says ‘the secret’s out’ regarding Makhachev’s striking

Jan 7 2023 by Bloody Elbow

 
Islam Makhachev is the undisputed UFC lightweight champion. | Photo by Mike Roach/Zuffa LLC

Javier Mendez believes Islam Makhachev is the most well-rounded lightweight fighter of all time.

Alexander Volkanovski is going to be in for a shock if he thinks the only way to beat Islam Makhachev is by stopping his takedowns and keeping the fight on the feet.

That’s according to Makhachev’s coach, Javier Mendez, who claims Makhachev proved in his stoppage victory against Charles Oliveira...

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