Coming off Dana White’s Contender Series, Aliev, the “Tajik Eagle”, is making his UFC debut with an 8-0 professional record
Christ, that’s a super weak card.
One of the most unnecessary shots on a completely lifeless opponent I can think of. I look forward to him getting an unhealthy dose of karma.
Jose is another Michigan guy. Great kid .
Jose Johnson pulled out
The first UFC fighter from Tajikistan successfully secured a W in his UFC debut
Tajikistan seems very passionate about MMA, crowds in attendance to see their fighter debut in the early prelims! Now they have two fighters with the recent signing of Loik Radzhabov https://twitter.com/ufceurope/status/1629596169251835904?s=46&t=Dg117HPY1FpwS0KEdvOk_w
Lol they look actually similar, but Tajik has more prominent cheekbones, a bit more caveman look i meant
Neanderthal genes run strong in that part of the world, explains their stocky stature and crazy grip strength