Islam Makhachev remains the undisputed lightweight champion tonight following , taking home an impressive first round D’Arce choke submission win over short-notice replacement, Renato Moicano in their main event clash in Inglewood, California.
Makhachev, who was scheduled to return to action tonight in a title rematch against Armenian foe, Arman Tsarukyan — saw the pairing fall to the wayside overnight, with the would-be challenger dropping out of the matchup after suffering a back injury whilst cutting weight for the matchup.
And making short work of short-notice replacement, Moicano tonight on just a day’s notice, Makhachev became the first lightweight champion in Octagon history to successfully defend that crown four times consecutively.